Catering Events Executive

Westin Hotels & Resorts; Perth; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on hotel rooms and F&B

Recognition and incentive programs

Wellbeing programs

Travel and stay benefits (Bonvoy)

Parental leave and leave portability

Job summary

The Westin Perth invites an experienced Events Executive to join our Event Planning team. You will oversee client events at the hotel, including weddings, corporate functions and social gatherings, reporting to the Catering & Events Manager.

You will collaborate with Sales, Event Operations, Culinary and other departments to deliver flawless events, liaise with clients, conduct site visits, prepare banquet orders and invoices, and follow up for feedback.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in event planning.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent time management and the ability to manage multiple clients at one time.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Previous experience with Opera PMS and Event Planning Software highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• To handle the event management process for assigned events once they have been handed over by the Sales Team. The focus will be on assisting with all types of events. Corporate and social events as well as small weddings/birthdays, when needed.
• Work closely with Sales, Event Operations, Culinary, and additional departments as needed to execute successful events
• As the client’s main point of contact, you will liaise with them to confirm the finer details for their event, conduct site visits and client meetings where required and generate banquet evet orders, invoices and other required documents.
• Following the event, you will seek client feedback and distribute to relevant departments where required
• Timely distribution of all events related information and updates to relevant departments within the hotel and attend weekly event order briefings to discuss further.

Skills

Event planning

Communication skills

Time management

MS Office

Opera PMS

Tools

Opera PMS

Event planning software

Job description

Additional Information

Job Number 26103735

Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary

Location 480 Hay Street, Perth, Western Australia, Australia, 6000 VIEW ON MAP

Schedule Full Time

Located Remotely? N

Position Type Non-Management

About the company

The Westin Perth Hotel is a rejuvenating haven with luxury accommodation and 5-star amenities, located dynamic city center location. The Westin Perth provides a refreshing location for mindful meetings or inspiring events.

The hotel is made up of 368 guest rooms – including 10 Club Suites, 8 Westin Suites, 5 Executive Suites and 1 Presidential Suite as well as 2,300 square meters of versatile event space; they are all equipped with cutting-edge technology, allowing guests to host grand functions.

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Events Executive to join our Event Planning team. You will be responsible for the planning of client events within the hotel including weddings, corporate and social. Reporting to Catering & Events Manager, you will have the training and support you need.

You will be

• To handle the event management process for assigned events once they have been handed over by the Sales Team. The focus will be on assisting with all types of events. Corporate and social events as well as small weddings/birthdays, when needed.
• Work closely with Sales, Event Operations, Culinary, and additional departments as needed to execute successful events
• As the client’s main point of contact, you will liaise with them to confirm the finer details for their event, conduct site visits and client meetings where required and generate banquet evet orders, invoices and other required documents.
• Following the event, you will seek client feedback and distribute to relevant departments where required
• Timely distribution of all events related information and updates to relevant departments within the hotel and attend weekly event order briefings to discuss further.

Qualifications & experience

• Proven experience in event planning
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent time management and the ability to manage multiple clients at one time
• Proficient in MS Office
• Previous experience with Opera PMS and Event Planning Software highly regarded

Rewards For Work, Benefits For Your Lifestyle

You are / have

• You’ll be supported in and out of the workplace through:
  • Discounts on hotel rooms, food and beverage
  • Recognition and Incentive programs
  • Wellbeing programs
  • Encouraging management
  • Excellent career growth and learning and development opportunities
  • Travel and stay benefits inclusing eligibility into our Bonvoy loyalty program
  • Parental leave, Birthday leave, Long service leave portability across Australia
  • Access to Employee Assistance programs
  • Team-spirited colleagues

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

At Westin, we are committed to empowering guests to regain control and enhance their well-being when they need it most while traveling, ensuring they can be the best version of themselves. To achieve the brand mission of becoming the preeminent wellness brand in hospitality, we need passionate and engaged associates to bring the brand’s unique programming to life. We want our associates to embrace their own well-being practices both on and off property. You are the ideal Westin candidate if you are passionate; you are active and take pride in how you maintain your well-being; you are optimistic; you are adventurous.

Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.