Senior Manager, Events - SixtyEight

Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality; Toronto; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gratuities

Vacation & sick days

Health, dental, vision benefits

Dining allowance

RRSP matching

Employee referral program

Professional development fund

Dining discount

Job summary

Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality seeks a Senior Manager for our downtown Toronto venue. You will oversee day-to-day operations, staffing, budgeting, cost controls, and active floor management during events to ensure flawless guest experiences.

Lead by example, recruit and train the team, maintain safety and quality standards, and collaborate with marketing and suppliers to drive business growth. This is a high-visibility role with strong compensation and clear career opportunities within Canada’s

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience managing a variety of events (small, large, high-profile).
• Post-secondary diploma/degree in Business or Hospitality.
• WSET Intermediate Wine Certificate or comparable an asset.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage a large, variable workload.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong business acumen and teamwork.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Communicates the venue vision and leads by example; reinforces O&B values daily.
• Monitors service standards and attention to detail across events.
• Builds relationships with guests, team members, and senior management.
• Leads recruitment, training, performance management and coaching.
• Manages payroll, invoicing, inventory, and vendor relationships.
• Schedules event staff and ensures timely payroll records.
• Ensures health & safety compliance and ongoing operational improvements.

Skills

Event management

Leadership

Communication

Team building

Budgeting

Education

Post-secondary diploma/degree in Business or Hospitality

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Company Description

Now open in downtown Toronto,

Now open in downtown Toronto, SixtyEight redefines sophistication. Perched on the 68th floor of 40 King West, this breathtaking venue offers panoramic views of the city and beyond. On weekday evenings, private dining rooms with stunning CN Tower views will be open to the public, offering chef-driven cuisine and some of Toronto’s most coveted private dining experiences.

What's in it for you?

• Gratuities
• Paid vacation, sick, and personal day
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, including enhanced mental health coverage
• Dining allowance/ Clothing allowance
• Discounted gym membership
• Access to our employee assistance program
• Group life and disability insurance
• 50% dining discount at all O&B restaurants for you and up to three guests
• RRSP matching
• Employee referral program
• Professional development fund
• Join one of Canada’s leading hospitality companies, where a wide range of exciting internal career opportunities await!

Job Description

Under the direction of the General Manager, the Senior Manager is accountable for the day to day operations of the venue including staffing, cost controls, staff training, budgeting and active floor management during events.

The day to day:

• Communicates the vision to all team members and leads by example. Reinforces the O&B values daily and inspires the team with his/her exciting vision for the future
• Regularly monitors and achieves the O&B points of technical service and points of details
• Builds and maintains relationships with guests, team members and senior management alike
• Follows bar, beverage and wine control procedures exactly
• Shows leadership in creating a culture that revolves around the experience and enjoyment of food and wine
• Demonstrates high personal integrity, business ethics and takes every opportunity to promote the venue
• Conduces recruitment and selection and training and development initiatives as well as performance management and employee coaching
• Uses conflict/resolution and problem solving skills
• Assists with the tracking of sales, invoicing, and managing inventory
• Conduct briefings with event service staff prior to each function
• Schedules event staff to properly service events/functions
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of payroll records
• Strive for maximum efficiency and continual improvement of staff productivity
• Participate on Health & Safety Committee, ensuring that the Occupational Health & Safety Act and WSIB procedures are being followed
• Ensure facility is well maintained, repaired and spotless at all times
• Work with Marketing to design and implement a strategy to attract new business
• Build relationships with vendors and suppliers
• Additional duties as assigned or required

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience managing a variety of events (inclusive of small, large and high profile functions)
• Post-secondary diploma/degree in Business or Hospitality
• WSET Intermediate Wine Certificate or comparable an asset
• Must possess superior verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage a large and variable work load, ensuring timely and accurate completion of assigned work
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Strong business acumen
• Team player
• Legally eligible to work in Canada

Additional Information

This is a current vacancy

Salary : 60K + gratuities (average 20k per year)

AI Disclosure

To ensure a fair and efficient recruitment process, some aspects of candidate screening may be conducted using AI software. All assessments and outcomes are reviewed by our hiring team to provide thoughtful, personalized consideration. We are committed to transparency and respect, ensuring a welcoming experience for every candidate.

Accessibility & Accommodation

Oliver & Bonacini is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require accommodation or support during any stage of the hiring process, please let us know. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met in a respectful and timely manner.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

We value and embrace diversity in all forms and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Our recruitment practices are designed to ensure fairness, equity, and opportunity for every candidate.