Event supervisor

Reporting to: Managing Partner & Lead Event Planner

 

Expectations:

An Event Supervisor at Bon Vivant Catering & Events represents the company and our reputation in providing world class events that marry the art of fine food and wine, while being focused on providing the old-school hospitality our clients seek at the best restaurants in the world. Our ability to execute at this level is by far our most effective marketing tool. We win over clients and their guests, which in turn, results in more business.

As an Event Supervisor you will be responsible for ensuring flawless front-of-house execution at our events. You’ll lead and coordinate service teams, manage event logistics, and maintain the high standards our clients expect. While this role is primarily event-based and casual, there are opportunities to work at our headquarters and assist with event preparation, including driving one of our vans to the event location.

Key Responsibilities

  • Front-of-House Leadership: Oversee and manage front-of-house operations during events, ensuring excellent guest service and adherence to event protocols.

  • Team Coordination: Direct and support service staff, including servers and bartenders, through pre-event briefings and on-site supervision to ensure seamless execution.

  • Event Execution: Manage the delivery of various event styles—including multicourse plated dinners, buffet setups, and receptions with canapés—by coordinating with culinary and operations teams.

  • Logistical Oversight: Ensure all on-site preparations are in place, troubleshoot any issues during events, and make quick decisions to maintain service quality.

  • HQ Coordination: When needed, assist with pre-event planning and post-event follow-up at our headquarters.

  • Transportation Duties: Occasionally drive one of our vans to event sites for setup, equipment transport, or as needed to support our team.

Qualifications

  • Experience: Proven background in hospitality, service, or event management, with experience in large-scale or high-end events preferred.

  • Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead a team in a fast-paced event environment while maintaining high service standards.

  • Event Expertise: Familiarity with diverse event formats, including multicourse plated dinners, buffets, receptions featuring canapés, and weddings.

  • Flexibility: Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by event schedules.

  • Driving: Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

  • Communication & Organization: Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Details:

  • Hourly pay + gratuities when working events

  • Flexible work hours – we have daytime, evening, and weekend options

  • Opportunities for additional hours at HQ

  • A dynamic, team-oriented work environment

  • Growth opportunities in event management and hospitality

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $30.00-$35.00 per hour

Bon Vivant Catering is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, political belief, religion, marital status, family status, disability, sex, age or any other applicable Provincially protected status.