Meaghan Osborne

Experienced hospitality and event operations professional with a diverse background spanning luxury resorts, restaurants, breweries, large-scale music festivals, weddings, liquor operations, vendor management, and artist relations. Experienced in coordinating people, products, vendors, and logistics in fast-paced environments while maintaining high standards of service and professionalism. Strong background in front-of-house management, beverage operations, inventory and ordering, POS systems, vendor relations, event logistics, staff coordination, and guest experience.

Known for being adaptable, organized, solutions-focused, and comfortable taking ownership of operational challenges from planning through execution.

Liquor Operations Manager & Artist Relations Manager at Summer Edit Festival (2026-08 – Present)

• Planned and managed complete liquor operations for a six-hour live music festival
• Coordinated liquor purchasing and ordering through BC Liquor Stores, manufacturers, private liquor stores, and beverage suppliers
• Organized branded liquor products for designated festival vending locations and beverage booths
• Planned product requirements, logistics, delivery, storage, ice, POS, and vendor coordination for a first-time event
• Worked closely with liquor representatives, brand owners, and beverage partners to coordinate product requirements and event execution
• Served as a key point of contact between beverage partners, vendors, event organizers, and operational teams
• Supported artist relations and hospitality operations, coordinating artist needs and contributing to a smooth overall festival experience

Vendor Support at Shambhala Music Festival (2026-07 – 2026-07)

• Supported third-party market vendors throughout load-in, event operations, and load-out for a 20,000-person music festival
• Assisted vendors with internal POS system setup, troubleshooting, and operational support
• Served as a primary point of contact for vendor owners and leads, responding to issues and coordinating solutions
• Supported both third-party and internal food vendors with POS systems and day-to-day operational requirements
• Built positive and productive working relationships with vendor owners, managers, and event leads
• Worked collaboratively across departments to maintain smooth operations throughout a large-scale event

Bar Manager / Floor Manager at Four Winds Beach House & Brewery (2024-08 – 2025-10)

• Managed daily front-of-house and bar operations in a high-volume hospitality environment
• Managed liquor inventory, ordering, stock rotation, and product organization
• Collaborated with ownership and head brewer to coordinate brewery-to-bar operations
• Supervised and supported staff while managing reservations, customer flow, and service standards
• Handled customer concerns and operational issues professionally and efficiently
• Coordinated with management and back-of-house teams to maintain smooth daily operations
• Maintained high standards of service, health, safety, and cleanliness

All-Rounder at Snowwater Heli Ski Lodge (2023-12 – 2024-03)

• Delivered high-end dining and guest service experiences in a remote luxury lodge
• Served multi-course evening meals and worked closely with chefs to accommodate dietary requirements
• Provided attentive guest service throughout dining and hospitality operations
• Assisted with housekeeping and general lodge operations
• Worked effectively in a remote, fast-paced environment where flexibility and teamwork were essential

Bar Manager / Assistant Artist Relations Manager at Shambhala Music Festival (2022 – Present)

Seasonal | 2022 – Present

• Managed bar operations including product ordering, inventory, menu planning, staffing, and service execution
• Oversaw high-volume service and VIP hospitality in a large-scale festival environment
• Assisted artist relations with schedules, accommodations, hospitality, and on-site requirements
• Acted as a liaison between artists, bar staff, vendors, and event operations
• Coordinated staff and volunteers while maintaining clear communication during high-pressure situations
• Supported event logistics and problem-solving to ensure smooth festival operations

Shift Leader / Bartender / Server at Cantina Del Centro (2021-05 – 2023-07)

• Led front-of-house operations across bartending, serving, hosting, expo, and management-on-duty responsibilities
• Ran restaurant operations independently during busy service periods
• Managed service flow while transitioning between multiple front-of-house positions
• Trained and supported staff while maintaining service standards
• Handled customer concerns and operational issues quickly and professionally
• Maintained a high level of organization and efficiency in a fast-paced environment

Farm Manager / Assistant Grower at Lono's Garden Paradise / Cedar Creek Farm (2020-05 – 2022-10)

• Managed day-to-day farm operations and production activities
• Performed planting, pruning, cloning, feeding, watering, trellis work, and material transport
• Assisted with pest control, sanitation, facility maintenance, and equipment upkeep
• Maintained production standards and efficient workflow across daily operations
• Worked independently and as part of a team in physically demanding outdoor environments

Event Coordinator / Lead Bartender at Lavish Liquid (2018-02 – 2020-03)

• Coordinated private, promotional, and luxury events from planning through execution
• Served as a primary client contact and managed client profiles, menus, rentals, and event requirements
• Planned beverage service and coordinated event logistics
• Led on-site bar operations as Head Bartender
• Worked directly with clients to deliver customized, high-quality event experiences
• Supervised event staff and maintained professional service standards

Supervisor / Bartender / Server at Backeddy Pub (2019-04 – 2019-10)

• Worked in a remote gastropub serving both tourists and local customers
• Acted as Manager on Duty during busy evening services
• Managed daily operations while maintaining average sales of approximately $1,500–$2,500
• Trained and supported staff and monitored service efficiency
• Performed bartending, serving, stocking, cleaning, and general operational duties

Front Desk Agent / Housekeeping Manager / Wedding Server at West Coast Wilderness Lodge (2014-04 – 2019-10)

Seasonal | April 2014 – October 2019

• Worked across front desk, housekeeping, restaurant, and guest services operations at a destination resort
• Supervised front desk operations and acted as a liaison between departments
• Coordinated with housekeeping, tour bookings, and restaurant teams to ensure smooth guest experiences
• Supported weddings, fine dining, eco-tourism, and all-inclusive resort operations
• Adapted across multiple departments according to operational requirements
• Built strong guest relationships while maintaining high standards of hospitality

Associate Certificate in Business Administration – BCIT (2018 – 2020)

Spa Practitioner Certificate – Vancouver School of Bodywork & Massage (2014 – 2015)