Event Runner

Help keep Sumo + Sushi moving. The Event Logistics Runner plays a keyrole in transporting products, equipment, food, and operational supplies throughout each event weekend.

SE Productions is a Seattle-based event production company specializing in immersive food and beverage experiences. We produce a portfolio ofowned and operated events including Sumo + Sushi, Taste Washington,Field to Table, and The Radiant Table
, in addition to specializedclient events for world-class brands such as Pokémon and the Seattle Seahawks.

The Role

The Event Logistics Runner serves as the logisticalbackbone of Sumo + Sushi. Working under the direction of the Head ofFood & Beverage and Staffing & Operations Manager, this role is responsible for ensuring products, equipment, food, and operational supplies move efficiently between vendors, restaurant partners,warehouses, airports, and the venue — keeping every departmentsupplied and every event on schedule.

This position combines procurement, transportation, food logistics,and event operations into one highly dynamic role. Throughout theevent weekend, the Event Logistics Runner is trusted to completetime-sensitive pickups, safely operate company vehicles, support

Bento Box logistics, maintain financial accountability for purchases,and assist with venue operations whenever scheduled runs are complete.

This position is typically hired on a city-by-city basis, althoughexceptional candidates may be invited to support additional marketsor future SE Productions events.

Who You Are

The Event Logistics Runner is one of the most trustedoperational positions on the Sumo + Sushi team. This role is idealfor someone who enjoys working independently, takes pride in being dependable, and finds satisfaction in solving logistical challenges before they become operational problems.

The ideal candidate is organized, resourceful, accountable, and comfortable balancing multiple priorities throughout the day. Onemoment they may be retrieving product from an airport cargo facility,the next picking up Bento Boxes from a restaurant partner, unloadingsupplies at the venue, restocking the Bar, or jumping into event setup.

This person understands that urgency and accuracy are equally important. Moving quickly does not mean skipping communication,losing receipts, damaging product, or taking unnecessary risks.

Strong Event Logistics Runners are trusted because the team knowsthat when they are assigned something, it will get done safely,correctly, and on time.

At SE Productions, we believe great events are built by people whotake ownership, communicate proactively, and support one another.

No task is too small when it contributes to the success of the event.

If you're dependable, adaptable, comfortable behind the wheel, andenjoy working in a fast-paced live event environment, we'd love tohave you join the team.

Position Type

Candidates must be available for all scheduled load-in, event, andload-out shifts within their assigned market.

Exceptional candidates may be invited to support additionalSE Productions events or future Sumo + Sushi tour markets.

Experience

• Previous experience in event production, logistics, hospitality,catering, food service, procurement, or delivery operations.
• Experience operating box trucks and refrigerated trucks preferred.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Comfortable driving commercial vehicles in urban environments.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Highly dependable and accountable.
• Comfortable working independently.
• Strong problem-solving ability.
• Previous live event experience is a plus.

The Work

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to repeatedly lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable loading and unloading equipment, food, and supplies.
• Ability to move carts, coolers, boxes, and event equipment.
• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to safely operate commercial vehicles for extended periods.
• Willingness to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Compensation

Final compensation will be discussed during the interview processbased on the scope of the position, event schedule, market, and candidate experience.

This is an hourly position and is eligible for overtime pay in accordance with applicable company policies and local labor requirements. Payouts will align with SE Productions'…