Posted: Jan 29, 2026
About the position Airbnb was born in 2007 when two hosts welcomed three guests to their San Francisco home, and has since grown to over 5 million hosts who have welcomed over 2 billion guest arrivals in almost every country across the globe. Every day, hosts offer unique stays and experiences that make it possible for guests to connect with communities in a more authentic way. The Space team is dedicated to supporting Airbnb team members and visitors in our global offices through managing office operations and providing a high-quality hospitality experience, including event venue and food operations. As a member of the Space team, the Event Venue Manager is essential to fostering connection and community, sparking collaboration and enabling productivity, and supporting a broad range of events. Delivering a seamless hosted experience for both daily users and event attendees is a primary focus of the Space team, partnering closely with Employee Engagement, the Admin Community, internal community groups, Diversity & Belonging, Information Technology (IT), and Security. Responsibilities • Oversee the Event Venue Team and lead the collaboration across operational partners (Food, Security, Facilities, IT/AV, Employee Engagement) to execute onsite events. , • Guide and manage the end to end event operations processes through implementing tools and resources to support effective venue management. , • Develop working relationships with internal and external event vendors and establish an inventory of vendor partners for ongoing event and production support. , • Ensure supported events are in compliance with all building, Airbnb and local requirements related to permitting, Certificates of Insurance, alcohol licenses, and event regulations. , • Lead regular meetings with the Event Venue Team and other support teams to stay aligned and prepared for all upcoming activities. , • Partner closely with Employee Engagement leaders to support curated social, cultural, and executive level events onsite. , • Identify and implement opportunities for improving venue operation processes, policies, and team communication and efficiency. Requirements • 8+ years of experience in event venue operations, customer service, hospitality. , • Passionate about events and hospitality and demonstrates values of being an exceptional host and having top-notch customer service. , • Examples of strong customer service and hospitality experience. , • Proven track record of establishing relationships across functions and with both internal and external partners. , • Strong analytical, conceptual thinking, strategic planning, and execution skills. , • Exceptional project management and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple events and prioritize tasks. , • Resourceful, observant, and proactive. , • Flexible, adaptable to changes, able to shift as business needs evolve. Nice-to-haves • Experience in a tech office environment. Benefits • Base pay range of $129,000—$161,500 USD. , • Bonus eligibility. , • Equity options. , • Employee Travel Credits. Apply Job!