Event Host/Hostess

Flare Events is a Canadian singles and dating events company founded in Toronto, ON! We currently operate in Toronto, Ottawa, Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, and Montreal, and are making the exciting expansion into Winnipeg! We have been featured in BlogTO, the Toronto Star, Toronto Life, and Global News just to name a few. We have successfully modernized the speed dating formula for a more exciting and engaging experience. It is our mission to help singles between the ages of 20-40+ forge meaningful connections through our uniquely executed events. Please visit https://flareevents.ca/ to learn more!

Position Summary:

We are looking for an outgoing and spirited Event Host to bring our dating events to life throughout Winnipeg!

You will be working with the Eastern Canada Territory Manager to take the reins on event promotion, facilitation, and execution, including:

• Using various social media platforms to promote events and gather attendees
• Set up the events at each location
• Take attendance and hand out score cards
• Facilitate ice breaker activities and speed dating
• Tend to dater needs, questions, and concerns
• Distribute Flare swag and promotional items
• Complete event tear-down tasks

Requirements & Qualifications

• Outgoing & enthusiastic personality
• Ability to work autonomously without supervision
• Articulate and well spoken
• Highly organized and able to think on your feet
• Comfortable speaking in groups and leading events

As an equal opportunity employer, Flare is committed to providing all employees with a safe working environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, and are not influenced by race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, age, disability, marital or relationship status, medical history, or any other protected grounds under human rights legislation. Flare continues to celebrate diversity and inclusion, and encourages all applicants to apply.

Job Type: Casual

Salary: $25.00 per hour

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Commission pay

Application question(s):

• Due to the nature of our industry, we are unable to hire candidates under the age of majority. Any applications that do not meet this requirement will not be considered.

Experience:

• Customer service: 1 year (preferred)
• Hospitality or Events: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person