External Event Coordinator

Summary of Company: 

Rhinegeist Brewery is a regional craft brewery based in the historic Over-The-Rhine in downtown Cincinnati, Ohio. We have built a strong and dedicated team of employees that believe in the power of beer to bring people together, create fantastic ideas, and build a community. Our unique group of employee-owners believes that it is our responsibility to make inspiring beverages and cultivate memorable experiences. We strive to find high-quality, creative solutions with a fierce spirit of independence as we grow. Rhinegeist welcomes all people and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diverse candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Position Summary

As an External Events Coordinator at Rhinegeist, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing our brand presence and achieving our business objectives through meticulously planned and flawlessly executed external events. You will serve as a representative of Rhinegeist, ensuring that our brand standards and commitment to exceptional customer service are upheld at various festivals, sporting events, and other external gatherings.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinates logistics for external events including beer orders/lineup, staffing, signage, equipment, display elements, and any other needs
• Onsite Event Lead- responsible for load-in, load-out, and managing event needs
• Deliver product and activation material to external events
• Maintain a lead list of festivals, fairs and other external event opportunities
• Manage external events calendar, equipment needs and staffing
• Maintain external event equipment functionality, storage, repairs, inventory and cleaning schedule
• Prepare pre and post event reports and manage returns
• Repair and troubleshoot draft equipment
• Work on special projects as assigned

Requirements:

• Craft beer and draft system knowledge preferred but not required
• Must be able to work weekends and evenings on a regular basis as well as working summer holidays
• Must be able to work long hours with much of that time being on your feet
• Strong troubleshooting skills
• Must thrive working in a team environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Capable of multi-tasking and maintaining composure in high pressure situations
• Heavy lifting required. Up to 165 lbs.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a good driving record
• Must be 21 years of age or older

Please consider applying even if you do not match all the listed qualifications. Additionally, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a position.

Benefits at Rhinegeist 

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance
• 17 days of PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Paid Short-Term/Long-Term Disability/Additional Life Insurance
• Dependent Care – Flexible Spending Account
• 401k Match Offered
• 8 Company & 2 Personal Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Free Breakroom Snacks
• Beer and Merchandise allowance