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The Event and Promotions Coordinator is responsible for planning, promoting, and executing engaging events and promotions across Seminole Dining’s residential and retail locations. This role focuses on enhancing the student experience, supporting meal plan retention, and driving sales growth through creative and well-executed initiatives. This position requires excellent organizational skills, creativity, and the ability to work cross-functionally with culinary, marketing, and operations teams.
Job Responsibility:
Build and maintain campus and community connections for collaboration opportunities
Manage the Seminole Dining Event Calendar across digital, print, and web platforms
Plan, promote, and execute events at dining halls and retail locations
Lead event logistics: planning, team coordination, set-up/take-down, supply procurement, and staff collaboration
Plan event details including activities, decorations, and themed food with the culinary team
Maintain event records for financial reporting and timely submissions
Anticipate and address challenges to ensure event integrity
Host bi-weekly/monthly meetings with staff to coordinate events
Manage and update the Seminole Dining Event Wall
Work within allocated budgets: $10K (fall, spring) and $5K (summer)
Provide itemized expenses for client approval
Maintain accurate timecards and communicate adjustments promptly
Identify and implement product sampling opportunities and mobile/in-person promotions
Expand event and promotions calendars to include retail spaces
Requirements:
1–3 years of experience in event planning, hospitality, or promotions, preferably in a campus or foodservice environment
Proven ability to manage multiple projects, timelines, and budgets effectively
Strong organizational and time management skills with keen attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
comfortable working with diverse teams and student populations
Experience coordinating logistics and collaborating with internal departments and external partners
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Canva, and digital calendar/event platforms
Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends, based on event needs
Physically able to assist with event setup and breakdown
Nice to have:
Knowledge of campus dining operations and student engagement strategies
Familiarity with ROI reporting and event performance tracking
Experience working in a university setting or with student programming initiatives
Basic understanding of food safety and dining service protocols