Venue Event Setup / Teardown Supervisor

Venue Event Setup/Teardown Supervisor

The Sayre Hospitality Group is seeking to hire a supervisor for event set-ups & tear-downs at our company venues. In this position, the team member will oversee the setup of events and provide support to the catering team at the three Sayre Hospitality Group event venues: Greystone Event Center in Wooster, Waters Edge Event Center in Ashland, and White Oak Event Center located at The Pines in Orrville; specific duties include:

Ensuring venue setup meets the expectations of the client (table placement, chairs, etc.
Overseeing the execution of set-up plans by set-up team members
Setting up assigned event with all the needed props, culinary equipment, and linens
Providing client with suggestions and feedback for a smooth and efficient setup experience
Tearing down equipment/set-up items after an event (either same or next day)
Assisting in maintaining and cleaning of props, China, flatware, and other equipment

To carry out these duties, the successful candidate must possess the following skills and abilities:

Reading and interpreting venue setup layouts
Using effective communication skills
Working independently with little supervision during the setup cycle
Ability to work quickly, effectively and efficiently during the setup of an event
Problem solving skills
Ability to interact with clients and guests in a kind, professional manner
Possession of a valid driver’s license
Ability to be carried on the company’s vehicular insurance
Ability to follow directions
Team player
Ability to lift, move & rotate heavy items, including tables, chairs, China, portable dancefloor, risers

Job Type: This is a full-time, year round position

Pay range: $18/hour during probationary period with the opportunity to receive an increase in pay after 90 days.

Work location: These positions will be assigned to:

Greystone Event Center, 50 Riffel Rd., Wooster, OH 44691

Waters Edge Event Center, 170 Summerset Dr., Ashland, OH 44805

White Oak Event Center, 1319 Millborne Rd., Orrville, OH 44667