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Coordinator, Culinary Arts & Events

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

Administration

Grand Rapids, MI, USA

Posted on Mar 26, 2026
Position: Coordinator, Culinary Arts & Events
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Job Id: 782
# of Openings: 2
Coordinator, Culinary Arts & Events
Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan
Schedule: Full-Time, Hourly, Non-exempt | Event-based schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Be Part of a World-Class Guest Experience
At Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, culinary and event experiences are central to how we welcome guests. From weddings and corporate events to social celebrations, our team delivers elevated food, beverage, and hospitality experiences in one of the region’s premier cultural destinations.

We are seeking a Coordinator, Culinary Arts & Events who enjoys owning client relationships, collaborating with culinary teams, and delivering exceptional service from planning through execution.

Why This Role Matters
This role sits at the intersection of client experience, culinary execution, and event operations. You will guide clients through the planning process, shape food and beverage experiences, and lead on-site execution—ensuring every event feels seamless, polished, and memorable.

What You’ll Do
Own the Client Experience
  • Serve as primary contact from post-sale through event execution
  • Lead planning meetings, tastings, and final walkthroughs
  • Guide clients on menus, layouts, and overall event experience
Lead Culinary & Beverage Planning
  • Partner with Culinary and Catering teams to plan menus and service
  • Coordinate beverage packages, bar service, and event upgrades
  • Translate client selections into clear kitchen and bar execution plans
Drive Event Revenue & Enhancements
  • Identify opportunities for menu, beverage, and service upgrades
  • Recommend enhancements that elevate the guest experience
  • Support individual sales goals tied to assigned events
Manage Event Logistics & Setup
  • Oversee rentals, layouts, and event setup accuracy
  • Coordinate timelines, documentation, and cross-team communication
  • Ensure spaces are fully prepared for service and guest arrival
Lead Day-Of Execution
  • Serve as on-site lead, directing service flow and event teams
  • Provide hands-on support during service when needed
  • Manage event close-out, payments, and post-event follow-up

What You Bring
  • 1+ year of experience in hospitality, catering, events, or food & beverage
  • Experience in client-facing event planning or service coordination preferred
  • Strong understanding of food & beverage service or catering operations
  • Ability to manage multiple events while maintaining attention to detail
  • Excellent communication and guest service skills
  • Comfort working in fast-paced, high-touch hospitality environments
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
Education
  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Associate degree in Hospitality, Event Management, or related field preferred
  • Equivalent experience may be considered
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in weddings, catering, or venue-based events
  • Familiarity with event systems (e.g., TripleSeat or similar)
  • First Aid/CPR certification

What Makes This Opportunity Unique
  • Work at one of the leading cultural institutions in the Midwest
  • Deliver excellent hospitality in a high-volume, high-touch event and culinary environment
  • Be part of delivering weddings, corporate events, and social celebrations
  • Help shape client experiences that connect visitors to art, nature, and culture.
  • Collaborate closely with culinary, catering, and hospitality teams

Our Values
We look for team members who embody:
  • Welcoming: Fostering joy and an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone.
  • Excellence: Approaching all we do with world-class intentionalism.
  • Innovation: Embracing the future to create unique and engaging experiences in art, culture and nature with a commitment to creativity.
  • Integrity: Operating with honesty, transparency and accountability throughout the organization.
  • Stewardship: Preserving and enhancing our community, physical, cultural, and financial resources for current and future generations.

If you enjoy creating memorable food and event experiences and thrive in a hospitality-driven environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Working Conditions: This role operates in a fast-paced, event-driven environment that includes both indoor and outdoor spaces across the grounds, with conditions varying by season and event needs, including under inclement weather conditions. The schedule regularly includes evenings, weekends, and holidays, with hours that may fluctuate based on event volume and peak seasons. The position requires frequent movement throughout the venue, including navigating event spaces, back-of-house areas, hospitality suites, and office settings. Work environments can range from quiet administrative spaces to high-energy, crowded events with elevated noise levels. The role involves regular interaction with clients, guests, and cross-functional teams, requiring consistent professionalism and strong communication skills. Outdoor work may involve exposure to heat, cold, wind, precipitation, and varying terrain. Physical demands include standing and walking for extended periods, often 6-8 hours during events. The position also requires lifting and carrying items such as decor, supplies, and equipment (typically up to 20-40 pounds), as well as bending, reaching, and assisting with setup and breakdown. The ability to navigate stairs, uneven surfaces, and large event spaces is necessary. Additionally, the role requires clear verbal communication, use of radios or written logs, and occasional computer-based work.
As part of our onboarding process, all new hires are required to complete our background check.
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
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