Event Setup Specialist — Craft Memorable Celebrations

Carmens Group

Hamilton

On-site

CAD 25,000 - 33,000

Part time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Pay on Demand
Global Hotel Discounts for your travel
Staff discounts at our restaurants
Employee Scholarship Program
Wellness programs & staff events
Opportunities to advance into leadesr 
Employee recognition programs
Referral bonuses when you bring great
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Job summary

Carmens Group is a Hamilton-born hospitality company operating Carmens Event Centre and several venues. We’re seeking a part-time, permanent position to transform event spaces and support our events team from planning to execution.

You’ll move décor and equipment, set up layouts, and ensure spaces are clean and ready for guests in a busy venue environment. Flexible scheduling, growth opportunities, and employee perks reflect our commitment to outstanding hospitality and teamwork in Southern

Qualifications

  • Experience in event operations or a hospitality setting is an asset.
  • Strong work ethic and pride in keeping spaces clean, organized, and ready for guests.
  • Reliable and efficient when handling event setup, teardown, and room changes.
  • Ability to stay composed and proactive when working in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

  • Transform event spaces by arranging furniture and room layouts to match event plans, specifications, and client expectations.
  • Move décor, furniture, supplies, and other event materials safely throughout the venue using carts, dollies, and related equipment.
  • Arrange tables, chairs, staging, dance floors, and event equipment according to guest numbers and floor plans.
  • Support the event team with audiovisual equipment, extension cords, and basic lighting components as required.
  • Ensure event spaces and back-of-house areas remain clean, organized, and ready before, during, and after each event.
  • Break down event spaces efficiently after functions by removing décor, furniture, staging, and equipment and resetting the venue for what comes next.

Skills

Event operations experience
Hospitality mindset
Teamwork
Attention to detail
Safety awareness

Job description

Carmens Group is a Hamilton-born hospitality company operating Carmens Event Centre and several venues. We’re seeking a part-time, permanent position to transform event spaces and support our events team from planning to execution.

You’ll move décor and equipment, set up layouts, and ensure spaces are clean and ready for guests in a busy venue environment. Flexible scheduling, growth opportunities, and employee perks reflect our commitment to outstanding hospitality and teamwork in Southern

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