Casual Event and Exhibit Ambassadors

BC Pavco; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

BC Pavilion Corporation (PavCo) is hiring multiple Casual Ambassadors to support two event teams at the Vancouver Convention Centre. You will greet visitors, answer questions, and provide guest services with a professional demeanor.

Ideal candidates are people-focused, proactive, and committed to operational excellence. Flexible availability for evenings and weekends, including event hours at our premier venue in Vancouver.

Qualifications

• Progressive experience in a customer service position, preferably in events or hospitality.
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure situations.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends.
• Ability to respond to inquiries and provide clear directions.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome all visitors with a professional and friendly demeanor.
• Respond to guest and client questions, concerns, or feedback in a timely and helpful manner.
• Provide accurate directions and information about the venue and surrounding area.
• Serve as an event host or concierge for designated events, supporting both guests and event teams.
• Monitor guest areas for suspicious or unsafe activity and report issues promptly.
• Stay informed of daily venue activities to deliver consistent and knowledgeable support to all stakeholders.
• Provide guest services support at the Guest Services desk, including assisting internal teams and managing visitor access protocols.
• Ensure a high level of service excellence and Exhibitor Experience by providing information to exhibitors related to VCC Venue operations, event timing & location, shipping detail, parking, and both internal & external service providers.
• Assist exhibitors at the service desk during events hours (including evenings and weekend).
• Process exhibitor orders and payments for exhibitor orders.
• Audit booth number against exhibitor list prior to move-in to identify changes.
• Using your conflict resolution skills, you will assess, resolve, and elevate exhibitor issues including complex booth requirements.
• Using your strong interpersonal skills, you will collaborate with VCC staff and suppliers to ensure that exhibitor feedback is shared and that service requests are completed.

Job description

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 10:00 AM

At the Vancouver Convention Centre, a division of BC Pavilion Corporation (PavCo), we work to create unforgettable moments, world-class experiences and stronger connections to community, industry and culture.

As British Columbia’s flagship convention centre, we host more than 500 events each year and welcomes hundreds of thousands of global attendees to premier conferences, trade shows, banquets and more.

The Vancouver Convention Centre is hiring multiple Casual Ambassadors to join and support two of our event teams in our space; Events Experience and Exhibits.

Our award-winning facility hosts more than 550 events a year, from global conventions and trade and consumer shows to meetings, banquets and special events, welcoming hundreds of thousands of attendees from around the world.

At the Convention Centre, you will join an extraordinary team recognized for a commitment to delivering unparalleled, seamless service to our guests and leadership in all aspects of our business.

This role is ideal for someone who is people-focused, proactive, and passionate about delivering operational excellence.

• The hourly rate for this position starts at $ 24.01


• Flexibility/Open availability including evenings and weekends is required

WHAT YOU WILL DO: (You will be assigned to one of two teams during your shift)

• Greet and welcome all visitors with a professional and friendly demeanor.


• Respond to guest and client questions, concerns, or feedback in a timely and helpful manner.


• Provide accurate directions and information about the venue and surrounding area.


• Serve as an event host or concierge for designated events, supporting both guests and event teams.


• Monitor guest areas for suspicious or unsafe activity and report issues promptly.


• Stay informed of daily venue activities to deliver consistent and knowledgeable support to all stakeholders


• Provide guest services support at the Guest Services desk, including assisting internal teams and managing visitor access protocols.


• Ensure a high level of service excellence and Exhibitor Experience by providing information to exhibitors related to VCC Venue operations, event timing & location, shipping detail, parking, and both internal & external service providers


• Assist exhibitors at the service desk during events hours (including evenings and weekend).


• Process exhibitor orders and payments for exhibitor orders.


• Audit booth number against exhibitor list prior to move-in to identify changes.


• Using your conflict resolution skills, you will assess, resolve, and elevate exhibitor issues including complex booth requirements.


• Using your strong interpersonal skills, you will collaborate with VCC staff and suppliers to ensure that exhibitor feedback is shared and that service requests are completed.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING:

• You will have progressive experience in a customer service position, preferably in the events or hospitality industry.


• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills.


• Strong problem-solving abilities and customer services mindset.


• Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure situations.


• Monitor and respond to multiple radio channels simultaneously.


• Demonstrates ability to collaborate in a team environment and bel to work independently.


• Physical requirements: Includes extensive period of standing and/or walking throughout the venue.

We are proud to be a diverse organization. We welcome all eligible and qualified applicants to join our team, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Please note that we can only consider applicants who are eligible to work in Canada.