Event Coordinator
Provide administration and operational support to both corporate, sales and events teams at Melbourne & Olympic Parks- home to the Australian Open.
Summary about this job
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Company: Delaware North
Location: Melbourne
Work type: Full Time
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Phone: +61-3-9595-1836
Fax: +61-2-1031-3022
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Detail information about job Event Coordinator. Terms and conditions vacancy
Melbourne & Olympic Parks is home to a large and diverse variety of events and functions, from conferences to sporting events, and our premier annual event, the Australian Open. We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Events Coordinator to join our very busy corporate hospitality team.
This role will provide administration and operational support to both corporate, sales and events teams, while developing strong relationships with internal and external clientele.
As the Event Coordinator, your key responsibilities will include:
• Liaising with superbox clients to confirm orders and manage food and beverage enquiries
• Utilise sales techniques up-selling where opportunities exist
• Prepare and collate all paperwork for successful event operational delivery, including the submission of charges post event and financial reconciliation
• Prepare event orders as required to meet daily business needs
• Build and maintain strong and productive relationships with casual team members, management, internal partners and key clients
• Ensure that all planning and preparation is completed with consultation with culinary to ensure a smooth service period and event delivery
• Ensuring all areas of event operations and administration are delivered above expected standards
Ideal candidate will have:
• Previous experience in event catering operations
• A basic understanding of event sales
• Strong and proven administration background
• EBMS Software experience and advanced level competency with Excel
• Experience in and a passion for training
• Astute attention to detail in all areas of their work
• Exceptionally high standards and a strong work ethic with a passion for continuous improvement
• A personality that is professional, fun, outgoing, committed and passionate with the realistic view that versatility and flexibility is always needed within hospitality as is a common sense approach.
The environment we work in is often challenging, the deadlines can be tight and priorities ever changing, so your ability to remain calm under pressure and manage competing priorities is vital.
What to expect:
No two days are ever be the same in our environment – when it comes to event catering, this is as exciting and diverse as it gets! Our business is driven by events, although in a predominantly administrative role there is a need for you to be available to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends. You’ll be part of an energetic team who work hard to continuously take our service to the next level.
Still interested?
We would love to hear from you! This could be your first step towards establishing a rewarding career with Delaware North. Apply now!