Event Specialist - National Toronto

Well Hospitality Inc; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in hospitality is seeking an Event Specialist in Toronto to support their events department. This role involves planning and executing events, ensuring high-quality service, and managing client relationships. With competitive salary and benefits, it's an ideal opportunity for an experienced individual passionate about event management.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary

Duty meals

Extended health and insurance benefits

Food & beverage discounts

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in a similar role.
• Management or supervisory experience preferred.
• Attention to detail and excellent English writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide administration and logistical support to events.
• Plan and design events, manage client contracts, and oversee event staff.
• Handle budgeting and financial reporting.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Relationship Building

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

National Toronto has an opportunity available for an Event Specialist to help support the growth of our organization. The successful candidate will provide administration and logistical support to the events department. Strong learning ability, information retention, and a multi-dimensional skill set are key to success.

WHO WE ARE

Welcome to the Well! We are bringing one of our most established venues to Toronto, offering a curated food and drink menu, ample seating, arcade games, and a vibrant bowling alley. It's the perfect place to meet new people and gather with friends. Our menu pairs well with curated craft beers from small North American brewers.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive annual salary
• Duty meals
• Extended health and insurance benefits
• Food & beverage discounts and local specials

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Master procedures, standards, and training programs.
• Provide welcoming, friendly, and courteous service to guests.
• Control costs while maintaining value and satisfaction.
• Manage inquiries, client contracts, venue walk-throughs, and site visits.
• Develop relationships with clients to increase revenue and repeat business.
• Oversee training and performance of Event Assistant(s).
• Plan and design events.
• Source products and services to enhance events.
• Coordinate with Business Development and Sales on client execution.
• Maintain accurate and updated organizational calendars.
• Ensure client needs are met and relay feedback to operations.
• Provide event quotes and renew client contracts.
• Support clients via email, phone, or onsite.
• Organize client appreciation activities and maintain workflow calendars.
• Assist with sales, marketing, and reporting as needed.
• Handle financial reporting and budgeting.
• Comply with Standard Operating Procedures and Health & Safety protocols.
• Represent the company positively within and outside the organization.
• Perform other administrative duties as required.

WHAT YOU HAVE

• 3+ years' experience in a similar role.
• Management or supervisory experience preferred.
• Highly organized with attention to detail.
• Excellent English writing skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with staff, clients, and vendors.
• Discretion and judgment with confidential matters.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.