Events Team Lead

Hourly/Part-time/On-site

*Average of 20-30 hours per week

Reports to: Executive Manager of the Wantable Cafe

Overview:

The Events Team Lead is responsible for leading and executing a variety of events within the Wantable Cafe space. This role requires strong organizational and leadership skills to deliver seamless, engaging experiences for both internal and external customers, aligning with Wantable Cafe’s high standards. The Events Team Lead will work closely with the Executive Manager to plan and execute events that build brand visibility, engage the community, and maximize customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Event Planning & Execution: Collaborate and coordinate with the Executive Manager on all event planning and execution stages, ensuring that each event meets or exceeds customer expectations. Collaborate with customers to understand their needs and deliver high-quality experiences.
• Vendor & Community Engagement: Foster relationships with local vendors and community organizations, developing partnerships that enhance event offerings. Engage with the local community to build brand loyalty.
• Operational Oversight: Implement event standard operating procedures (SOPs) and oversee logistics, setup, and takedown for each event. Ensure adherence to health and safety guidelines.
• Budgeting & Reporting: Working closely with the Executive Manager to manage event budgets, track expenses, and report on event performance. Contribute to cost-control initiatives and revenue growth.
• Customer Service: Ensure all guests have a positive, memorable experience. Address and resolve any event-related issues or concerns with professionalism.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with the Cafe Manager, cafe staff, and other Wantable teams to ensure the seamless execution of events and initiatives.

• 3+ years of experience in event planning or coordination, with proven leadership experience.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Customer-centric mindset and strong communication abilities.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Obtain and/or maintain a City of Milwaukee bartender's license.
• Physical Demands:
• Occasionally required to move furniture, stand for long periods, and be onsite during events.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.

Company Overview:

Wantable Cafe is a spacious co-working space that has become a hub for local entrepreneurs, students, freelancers, and other businesses to get work done, have meetings, drown out distractions, and more! In our Cafe, our customers "Do Incredible Things."

The Cafe is located within the headquarters of Wantable. Wantable, Inc. is a dynamic and innovative Ecommerce brand and personal styling company with offices in Milwaukee, WI, and Vernon, CA.  We curate personalized fashion experiences, offering everything from clothing and accessories to innovative house brands like 78&SUNNY, HERIZON, and Interval Active. 

Why Wantable?

• Be part of a dynamic, fast-growing company that has innovation and creativity embedded in its DNA.
• A chance to shape our customers’ journey and leave a lasting impact on their self-confidence, one order at a time.
• Join a collaborative environment where your ideas matter, your efforts are rewarded and you can see results in real time.

Wantable team members enjoy free food, coffee, and drinks in our HQ's beautiful Wantable Cafe. We have a laid-back, casual environment in a state-of-the-art HQ in Walkers Point.

We offer flexible schedules, paid parental leave (mothers AND fathers), and a private room for nursing mothers.

Even more exciting: paid vacation and seven paid holidays per year, plus a 50% discount on all merchandise. You’ll be eligible for the discount on your first day.

Important, but maybe less thrilling: we have ample parking, we offer medical (traditional and high deductible), dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401K (both pre-tax and Roth options).