Assistant Director, Event Operations

Sofitel Sydney Wentworth

Vancouver, Canada
Base: $75,000 annually; bonus/equity: not specifie...
On-site
Event operations leadership
Large-scale event management
Unionized hospitality environment
Join a historic Vancouver landmark hotel known for its exceptional hospitality and iconic architecture, providing a unique luxury work environment

Job Summary

  • Join a historic Vancouver landmark hotel known for its exceptional hospitality and iconic architecture, providing a unique luxury work environment.
  • Lead a diverse team of over 100 colleagues to flawlessly execute complex, high-profile events while maintaining five-star service standards.
  • Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, exclusive discounts, and opportunities for professional growth within an inclusive and empowering company culture.

Matching Summary

Join a historic Vancouver landmark hotel known for its exceptional hospitality and iconic architecture, providing a unique luxury work environment.

Salary

Base: $75,000 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, pension plan, paid vacation and holidays, complimentary meals and dry-cleaning

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Event operations leadership
  • Large-scale event management
  • Unionized hospitality environment
  • Guest service excellence
  • Team coaching and development
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Health and safety compliance

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborative leadership style
  • Proactive colleague engagement
  • Corporate social responsibility involvement
  • Luxury hotel environment experience
  • Strong communication skills

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 3 years banquet or event leadership
  • Experience managing events up to 1,500 guests
  • Serving It Right certification
  • Legal eligibility to work in Canada

Work Rights

Must be legally eligible to work in Canada

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