Job Description

About Us

WAAD Ventures Corporation

is a fast-growing hospitality group based in Mississauga, Ontario which owns and operates multiple restaurant brands across Canada.

Role Overview

The Events Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing all in-store, off-site, and special events across Waad Ventures brands. This role focuses on flawless execution, brand experience, and operational coordination, ensuring every event meets quality, budget, and guest satisfaction standards.

Key Responsibilities

Event Planning & Execution

Plan and execute all events including corporate functions, private celebrations, brand activations, tastings, and seasonal programs

Coordinate logistics including menus, staffing, equipment, setup, decor, transportation, and timelines

Conduct pre-event site visits and client consultations

Prepare detailed run-sheets, checklists, and event timelines

Ensure food quality, service standards, and brand presentation are consistently delivered

Oversee in-store events such as engagements, weddings, entertainment, corporate lunches & dinners, etc.,

Client Experience & Coordination

Act as the operational point of contact for confirmed events

Manage on-site execution and resolve issues in real time

Collect post-event feedback and support repeat bookings

Maintain accurate event documentation and records

Internal Collaboration

Coordinate closely with Operations, Culinary/Central Kitchen, Procurement, Marketing, and Finance

Ensure staffing readiness, menu execution, and operational alignment

Participate in weekly events coordination meetings

Financial & Operational Control

Execute events within approved budgets and cost parameters

Track event-related expenses and vendor costs

Support invoicing, reconciliations, and post-event cost reviews

Brand Experience & Innovation

Support development of event concepts

Contribute ideas for new event formats, experiences, and seasonal activations

Benchmark event execution standards against competitors and industry best practices

Requirements:

Arabic speakers strongly preferred, but must also be fluent in English.

3-5+ years of experience in events management, hospitality operations, or catering

Strong understanding of F&B service and event logistics

Highly organized with strong attention to detail

Comfortable working evenings and weekends as required

Strong communication and coordination skills

Valid driver's license

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $50,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person