Party and Event Host

Michaels is North America's leading specialty retailer of arts, crafts, framing, floral, and home décor products and provides a creative, engaging environment for customers and employees alike. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels operates more than 1,300 stores across 49 states and Canada, making it a prominent destination for DIY enthusiasts, hobbyists, and families who enjoy crafting and creative projects. The company prides itself on fueling the joy of creativity and celebration, offering a wide range of products and services to inspire imaginative expression and community engagement. Michaels also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise, reinforcing its position as a comprehensive resource for creative pursuits. Employee wellbeing is a priority at Michaels, with robust benefits available to both full-time and part-time team members, including health insurance, paid time off, tuition assistance, and generous employee discounts. The company is committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities to foster an equitable workplace environment. Michaels promotes a positive, respectful work culture where all team members can thrive and contribute to the company's vision and values. Michaels is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds to innovate and grow together.

This role is a part-time Event Coordinator position at the Michaels store located in Draper, Utah. This position is centered around planning, coordinating, and facilitating a variety of events within the store, including children's birthday parties and craft classes. The successful candidate will create a stress-free, fun, and engaging experience for guests of all ages—from young children to seniors—by developing creative event themes and leading interactive craft activities such as face painting and project instructions. The Event Coordinator will also handle logistics including party add-ons like goody bags and balloons, ensuring every detail meets company standards. Communication is key in this role as it involves coordinating with clients and store team members to manage event schedules and requirements. Administrative duties such as answering emails, phone calls, and paperwork are also part of the responsibilities. The position includes delivering excellent customer service by helping shoppers locate products, facilitating fast and friendly checkout experiences, and educating customers about the store’s rewards program and credit card offerings. Additionally, the role supports store operational activities including truck unloading, stocking, merchandising, maintaining cleanliness, and adhering to safety and company policies. Candidates should be energetic, enthusiastic, and possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills with previous experience working with children and customer service. Physical requirements include the ability to stand for long periods, lift heavy boxes, and perform tasks involving bending, reaching, and climbing ladders. This role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic retail environment that values creativity, teamwork, and community engagement while contributing to the memorable experiences of Michaels’ customers.