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

Conducts 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 recent business





Build relationships with vendors and suppliers

Additional duties as assigned or required

Requirements & 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

This is a current vacancy

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

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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.

📌 Senior Manager, Events - SixtyEight (Winnipeg)
🏢 Oliverbonacini
📍 Winnipeg