Seasonal Event & Bar Operations Manager

Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Position Type: Part-Time, Seasonal (with potential to grow into a Full-Time leadership role)
Compensation: $24.00/hour (Non-Exempt)
Help Bring Pittsburgh's Biggest Events to Life
Flyspace Productions is a Pittsburgh-based event management, event production, and experiential services company. From community festivals and large-scale public events to corporate activations, sporting events, and private celebrations, our team creates memorable experiences throughout the region.
We're seeking a Seasonal Event Operations Manager to support our growing portfolio of festivals, public events, and experiential activations. This role will lead event logistics, coordinate staffing, oversee mobile hospitality operations—including Pittsburgh Mobile Bars—and ensure events are executed safely, efficiently, and professionally.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys event operations, hospitality management, logistics, and team leadership. The position begins as a seasonal part-time role with the potential to evolve into a full-time management position. What You'll Do
Festival & Event Operations

• Coordinate operational planning for festivals, public events, community celebrations, and special activations
• Manage event logistics including equipment, transportation, setup, breakdown, staffing, and scheduling
• Conduct site visits and assist with event layout planning and operational assessments
• Serve as on-site event lead for assigned events and activations
• Coordinate with venues, municipalities, vendors, sponsors, and event partners
• Assist with permitting, licensing, and compliance requirements

Mobile Hospitality & Concessions

• Oversee Pittsburgh Mobile Bars operations for assigned events
• Coordinate inventory, product ordering, equipment preparation, and transportation
• Ensure mobile bars, concessions, and beverage service operations are event-ready
• Manage beverage service staff and ensure compliance with all alcohol service requirements
• Support expansion into future mobile hospitality, concessions, and festival service programs

Staff Leadership

• Recruit, schedule, train, and supervise seasonal event staff
• Lead bartenders, servers, brand ambassadors, and event support personnel
• Ensure staff are trained on company vehicles, equipment, customer service standards, and safety procedures
• Build a positive, energetic team culture focused on delivering exceptional guest experiences

Business Development & Growth

• Help identify opportunities for new events, partnerships, and revenue streams
• Build relationships with event organizers, venues, sponsors, and community partners
• Assist with budgeting, inventory management, and event profitability tracking
• Analyze event performance and provide recommendations for operational improvements
• Support new Flyspace and Pittsburgh Mobile Bars initiatives as they are developed

What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate enjoys being both a planner and a problem-solver. They can manage details behind the scenes while also stepping into leadership roles on-site when events are happening.
Preferred Experience

• Event operations, festival management, hospitality, catering, venue operations, or experiential marketing
• Managing teams and coordinating event logistics
• Customer-facing hospitality or service experience
• Inventory management and operational planning
• Experience with beverage service, concessions, or mobile hospitality operations is a plus

Skills & Qualifications

• Excellent organizational and project management skills
• Strong communication and leadership abilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Comfortable working outdoors and in dynamic event environments
• Ability to tow a small trailer or willingness to learn
• Ability to operate a pickup truck, cargo van, or similar vehicle
• Manual transmission experience preferred
• Experience with draft systems, beverage operations, or concessions is a plus

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
• Ability to obtain:
  • RAMP Certification
  • ServSafe Certification
  • Certified Food Protection Manager Certification
  • DOT Medical Certification
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays during event season

Why Join Flyspace?

• Work on some of the region's most exciting festivals, community events, and activations
• Gain hands-on experience in event operations and production management
• Lead unique hospitality experiences through Pittsburgh Mobile Bars
• Join a growing company with opportunities for advancement
• Potential pathway to a full-time management role

 

A Few Friendly Notes Before You Apply

What to Expect
We’ve done our best to outline the key responsibilities and expectations for this role, but like most things in our industry, the details can shift. This description should be seen as a general guide, which may be updated or modified from time to time, rather than a complete list. We’re a flexible team, and we hope you are too! We value adaptability and a collaborative spirit in our team.​

Work Eligibility
In line with federal law, everyone we hire needs to be able to work in the U.S. and complete the standard employment verification paperwork when they join the team. This includes verification of your identity and eligibility to work for us.

Everyone’s Welcome
Flyspace is an equal opportunity employer. That means we don’t just welcome diversity, we celebrate it. We hire talented humans of all backgrounds and identities, and we’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you’re into respect, collaboration, and creativity, you’ll fit right in.

Let’s Talk Money
We believe in being upfront about pay. That’s why we include salary ranges or hourly pay expectations in all our postings, no guesswork required. While Pennsylvania doesn’t mandate this (yet), we think it’s the right thing to do. We also offer a great benefits package, starting on day one.

Need Accommodations?
Flyspace is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace and encourage people of all abilities to apply. We will do everything we can within reason to make sure that you are able to participate in the application process and that you are evaluated in an environment that best allows us to assess your skills. If you need reasonable accommodation during any stage of the application or hiring process, please let us know. We're happy to explore how we can support your access and success.