Events Coordinator

Independent Food Company; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent hospitality firm in UAE is seeking an experienced Events Coordinator to manage the full lifecycle of events across its diverse brands. Responsibilities include planning, vendor management, and on-site execution to ensure memorable guest experiences. The ideal candidate should be organized, have strong communication skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. This role provides opportunities to create unique 'Instagrammable' experiences. Competitive compensation and dynamic work culture await you.

Qualifications

• Experience in event planning and execution.
• Ability to manage vendor relationships.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full event lifecycle.
• Coordinate closely with kitchen and floor teams.
• Source and manage external suppliers.
• Oversee setup during events.
• Maintain an organized events calendar.

Job description

Driven to create unique home-grown food concepts that bring people together, the Independent Food Company is a UAE-based hospitality company with multiple concepts under its umbrella – SALT, Parker’s, Grind, Somewhere, Public, Soil and Kumo.

We are presently seeking to hire a highly qualified Events Coordinator who will be responsible for planning and executing a variety of events across our diverse portfolio of F&B brands—ranging from private corporate bookings and community pop-ups to large-scale brand activations. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about creating "Instagrammable" and memorable guest experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-End Planning: Manage the full event lifecycle, including initial inquiries, site visits, menu selection, and post-event feedback.
• Operations Liaison: Coordinate closely with kitchen and floor teams to ensure seamless execution and service standards.
• Vendor Management: Source and manage external suppliers (decor, entertainment, AV) while staying within budget.
• On-Site Execution: Be present during events to oversee setup, troubleshoot issues, and ensure guest satisfaction.
• Admin & Reporting: Maintain an organized events calendar, handle invoicing, and track event profitability.