Job Description

Role Description

We are currently seeking a full-time Social Event Coordinator and Assistant to Livi Waller, Lead Planner, for an on-site position located in Vernon, BC. This role plays a key part in planning, promoting, and managing social events at The Rise Resort, as well as supporting internal event promotions and initiatives at The Edge Restaurant.

The ideal candidate will maintain strong communication with clients and guests, execute event logistics, manage administrative tasks, and help drive sales through creative event strategies.

This position requires a flexible schedule, including availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, depending on event needs.

Key Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and execute social events including birthday parties, anniversaries, retirement celebrations, and special gatherings

Support internal promotions and social event initiatives for The Edge Restaurant and The Rise Resort.

Manage administrative functions such as scheduling, data entry, filing, invoicing, and vendor coordination.

Serve as a key liaison between clients, vendors, and internal teams.

Site visits, manage lead planner agenda.

Support sales and marketing efforts to promote social event spaces and offerings

Contribute creative ideas for promotions and social media content

Ensure exceptional service standards and guest satisfaction throughout all events

Qualifications

Proven experience hospitality (minimum 2 years preferred)

Strong communication and customer service skills

Administrative experience, with attention to detail and task management

Sales and promotional experience, with the ability to upsell services

Excellent organizational and time management abilities

Ability to work collaboratively with a team in a fast-paced environment

Creative mindset with experience in social media and event marketing

Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or a related field is an asset.

3 months probation.

Please email your resume to livi@theriseresort.ca.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.00-$27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Additional pay:

Overtime pay
Benefits:

Dental care On-site parking Vision care
Schedule:

8 hour shift Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-06-15