Event Coordinator

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As one of Sydney’s leading culinary design houses offering a sophisticated yet uncomplicated approach to food & wine.

We are currently looking to recruit an experienced Event Coordinator as an integral member of the leadership team.

This role will be responsible for coordinating the assigned events from start to finish, quoting through to event execution and post event evaluation events. It is a varied role comprising of a sales, event coordination and operations.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the leadership team in the preparation of departmental policies and procedures, event guidelines, process maps and services manuals.
• Coordinate assigned events and assist with the service of all clients in the event planning process.
• Plan and coordinate all arrangements related to the success of the event including staffing and suppliers
• Identify and communicate the needs of the customer to other internal departments to ensure proper service throughout
• Assist with the development and implementation of new innovations, improvements to processes, and improvements or upgrades to existing products and services.
• Follow up new business leads and work towards securing leads as an ongoing client partnership.
• Manage operational staff whilst attending events.

The Successful Candidate will:

• Ideally bring extensive event planning and catering experience in a large event capacity
• Preferably possess 3 to 5 years’ experience within a similar style role managing 400 + attendee events.
• Be an adept Event Planner with a passion for food and a proven track record in delivering a first class service.
• Have planning and stakeholder engagement experience, inordinate attention to detail and respect for both protocol and deadlines. 
• Have the ability to react quickly to changing conditions whilst delivering quality outputs in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong administrative skills with an advanced knowledge of the full Microsoft office suite/ In Design an advantage
• Articulate with highly developed communication skills
• Willingness to upgrade work-related skills and knowledge
• RSA Certified
• Full driver’s license
• Must have full working rights in Australia - sorry working holiday visas will not qualify

Additionally, you will have a positive attitude, a willingness to learn, a demonstrated commitment to your career and the desire to be part of one of Sydney’s leading event catering groups. To succeed, you will have a passion for getting results, be resilient with strong customer service and communication skills and be able to establish good working relationships.

We welcome high achievers who are excited to take on new challenges and share their ideas. On-the-job training, development and exposure to an exciting work environment will give you the opportunity to work with great people, while earning a competitive salary and developing an amazing career.

Please note: Successful applicants will be contacted asap to arrange an interview.