Event Coordinator

Staffmax Staffing & Recruiting; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional staffing agency in Canada is seeking a talented Event Coordinator to oversee events and lead a dedicated team. The successful candidate will ensure high-quality service and guest satisfaction while managing event logistics. This role offers competitive wages and opportunities for growth within the company. Ideal for individuals with strong leadership skills and event management experience.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Complimentary meals when working

Guaranteed work hours

Opportunity for growth

Personal development and mentorship

Qualifications

• Ability to stand for long periods of time; bending, and lifting up to 50lbs.
• Flexible availability and positive attitude.
• Ability to speak French considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Direct and control events while maintaining company standards.
• Provide leadership and mentorship for the event team.
• Manage guest inquiries and customer service.

Skills

Attention to detail

Professional presentation

Strong Computer Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong leadership skills

Ability to uplift your team

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Microsoft Teams

Outlook

Job description

Overview

Full job description

Staffmax is looking for a talented Event Coordinator.

As an Event Coordinator, you will have the opportunity to help develop and mentor your team, uphold standards for your department and have a direct impact on the success of the location. You will work directly with talented chefs, the General Manager, Event Manager and restaurant leaders as well as the hotel division.

What's in it for you

• Competitive Wages
• Complimentary meals when working
• Guaranteed Work hours
• Opportunity for growth within our company
• Personal development and mentorship from Event Manager

Flexible work schedule (days, evenings & weekends)

The Role

• To direct and control events in the facility at an excellent level while maintaining and abiding by all standards, policies and / or procedures set forth by our company
• Providing leadership, training, and mentorship for our event team
• Managing guest inquiries and customer service, including creating event quotes, invoices and guest complaints
• Event Inventory planning
• Expert scheduling?and labour control
• Attending weekly EO meetings with the Chef & Event Manager to ensure culinary excellence
• Oversee & supervise Event Execution to ensure a successful guest experience; set-up of event rooms, delegate tasks to servers & porters, quality control food and facility
• Ability to take on Event Manager’s roles & responsibilities due to illness or vacation

Competencies & Character

• Attention to detail
• Professional presentation & appearance standards
• Remains calm under pressure
• High level organization & planning
• Strong Computer Skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Microsoft Teams & Outlook
• Excellent communication skills- written & verbal
• Ability to stand for long periods of time; bending, and lifting up to 50lbs
• Positive attitude, and ability to uplift your team
• Strong leadership skills
• Flexible availability
• Ability to speak French considered an asset