Assistant Conference and Events Manager

Sidekicker; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Sidekicker is seeking an experienced Assistant Conference & Events Manager in Sydney to lead hands-on planning and flawless floor execution for luxury events. You’ll work with the C&E Operations Manager to bridge sales and operations, manage room set-ups, supervise service staff, and embody our guest-first Heartist approach.

You will oversee event operations, mentor ambassadors, control labour costs, and ensure compliance with HACCP and brand standards while delivering exceptional client

Qualifications

• Hospitality leadership experience
• Ability to coordinate event operations and service teams
• Knowledge of HACCP and safety protocols

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end event execution, aligning function orders with room setups, dietary needs, equipment, and kitchen timing.
• Roster, train and inspire the C&E team to deliver high-quality hospitality.
• Control labor costs, prepare accurate event accounts on the day, manage equipment inventories, and support revenue initiatives.
• Uphold HACCP hygiene protocols, brand guidelines, cash handling and guest safety across all function areas

Skills

Event operations

Team leadership

Budget management

Food safety

Job description

Role: Assistant Conference and Events Manager
Location: Sydney
Role Duration: Permanent Full Time Contract to be offered upon successful trial shift(s)
Pay Rate: $82,000 base salary+super for a successful candidate, trial shifts to be done based upon the award HIGA rate+casual loading which will be visible on platform per job.

Are you an experienced hospitality professional looking to take the next step as a Team Leader? As our Assistant Conference & Events Manager, you’ll play a key 'hands-on' role in bringing extraordinary events to life. From seamless planning to flawless floor execution. Working directly with the C&E Operations Manager, you will bridge the gap between sales and operations, managing room set-ups, supervising event service, and embodying our signature Heartist attitude to ensure every client and guest experiences unforgettable luxury service.

What You'll Do:

• Oversee Event Operations: Deliver exceptional end-to-end event execution, aligning function orders with room setups, dietary needs, equipment requirements, and kitchen timing.
• Lead & Mentor Ambassadors: Roster, train, and inspire our C&E team, fostering a supportive, high-performing culture that delivers authentic French hospitality.
• Manage Commercials & Assets: Control labor costs, prepare accurate event accounts on the day, maintain equipment inventories, and support revenue initiatives.
• Uphold High Standards: Maintain strict compliance with HACCP hygiene protocols, brand guidelines, cash handling, and guest safety across all function areas.

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