Event Manager Jobs

Squamish Lil’Wat Cultural Centre (SLCC) is looking for an experienced Event Manager to lead their events team.
If you have exceptional communication skills, strong leadership skills and a passion for event delivery, this is the career move for you. SLCC offers a flexible schedule, benefit package, wellness benefit, training and education allowance, great wage
and a supportive workplace.
JOB TITLE: Events Manager LOCATION: Whistler, BC TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT: Full Time JOB SUMMARY:

• 40 hours per week on a variable schedule.
• Discounts on food & gift shop merchandise.
• Professional development training funds.
• Student friendly.
• Work from home opportunities.
• Cell phone allowance.
• RRSP matching.
• Extended health benefit package.
• Annual wellness allowance.
• Housing Assistance available.
• Full-time career oriented position.
• $66,560 per year depending on experience with room for growth.

THE PERFECT CANDIDATE – Qualifications & Skills:

• 2-3 years experience in the hospitality industry; specifically, events or banquets.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships. Is respectful and takes into consideration all unique perspectives.
• Approachable and professional manner with a positive attitude.
• High energy level that matches a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to problem solve and multi-task to create results.
• Experience or interest in Indigenous Culture and hospitality is an asset.
• Sound time management, delegation and organizational skills.
• Previous experience managing a team is an asset.
• Able to work a varied and flexible schedule that may including evenings, weekends and mornings.
• Passion for people, tourism and service.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Manage the event team, liaison with partners if required and timely tear down.
• Must be a leader who can collaborate with internal departments, manage a small team and provide support where needed.
• Plan, facilitate and evaluate each event including communicating with planners in advance to confirm requirements of the events.
• Set up, liaison with Executive Chef to execute food and beverage delivery.
• Responsible for managing all event inventory including liquor applications and bar service, meeting clients or partners for specifics and delegation to the team for execution.

SCHEDULE DETAILS:

• 40 hours per week on a variable schedule.

SALARY / WAGE RANGE:

• $66,560 per year depending on experience with room for growth.

PERKS AND BENEFITS:

• RRSP matching.
• Extended health benefit package.
• Housing Assistance available.
• Work from home opportunities.
• Student friendly.
• Annual wellness allowance.
• Professional development training funds.
• Cell phone allowance.
• Discounts on food & gift shop merchandise.

How to Apply

• OR If you have already created a profile with us, please complete this simplified application: www.whistler-jobs.com/simple_app.
• Apply directly to: [email protected]

All applications will be reviewed by the hiring company and those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.