Parties & Events Manager

Work Initiatives; North Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kingpin Bondi is seeking a Parties & Events Manager to lead the end-to-end delivery of all parties and events in the Bondi Junction venue, ensuring every celebration exceeds expectations.

You’ll lead planning, coordination and execution from booking handover to post-event feedback, while coaching Event Hosts and promoting a guest-first culture across departments.

Qualifications

• Experience leading event operations, hospitality or guest experience teams.
• Passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences and guest feedback.
• Strong leadership to coach and develop a team.
• Excellent planning, organisation and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high service standards.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management.
• Collaborative approach across departments.
• A valid Working With Children Check or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, coordination and execution of all parties and events from booking handover through to post-event feedback.
• Inspire, coach and develop a team of Event Hosts and a Party Supervisor to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Partner with venue leaders across Food & Beverage, Attractions and Operations to ensure events are seamless.
• Champion a guest-first culture and continually elevate the event experience.
• Review event performance, guest feedback and outcomes to drive improvement.
• Ensure all events are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with standards.

Skills

Event leadership

Guest experience

Team coaching

Stakeholder management

Planning & organisation

Communication

Collaboration

WWCC readiness

Job description

Welcome to Kingpin Bondi, opening November 2026 and set to become Sydney's newest entertainment destination. Featuring vibrant bars, elevated food and beverage experiences, immersive gaming, epic attractions and unforgettable social experiences, this brand-new venue will bring people together to eat, drink, play and celebrate in the heart of Bondi.

Proudly part of The Entertainment and Education Group (TEEG), home to Kingpin, Timezone and Zone Bowling, we're building a passionate team ready to create remarkable experiences from day one.

Kingpin is bringing our signature entertainment experience toBondi Junction, and we're looking for an exceptional Parties & Events Manager to lead the charge in delivering extraordinary guest experiences.

Kingpin is bringing our signature entertainment experience toBondi Junction, and we're looking for an exceptional Parties & Events Manager to lead the charge in delivering extraordinary guest experiences.

What You'll Be Doing

As our Parties & Events Manager, you'll oversee the end-to-end delivery of all parties and events within the venue, ensuring every celebration exceeds expectations.

You’ll:

• Lead the planning, coordination and execution of all parties and events from booking handover through to post-event feedback.
• Inspire, coach and develop a team of Event Hosts and a Party Supervisor to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Partner with venue leaders across Food & Beverage, Attractions and Operations to ensure events are seamlessly executed.
• Champion a guest-first culture and continually identify ways to elevate the event experience.
• Review event performance, guest feedback and operational outcomes to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure all events are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with company standards.
• Build a positive, energetic and high-performing team culture.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a natural leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and genuinely loves creating memorable experiences.

You’ll bring:

• Experience leading event operations, hospitality, entertainment or guest experience teams.
• A passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences and achieving outstanding guest feedback.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, motivate and develop a team.
• Excellent planning, organisation and attention to detail.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high service standards.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A collaborative approach and willingness to work across multiple departments.
• A valid Working With Children Check (WWCC) or the ability to obtain one.

Why Join Kingpin?

At Kingpin, we don't do ordinary.

You’ll join one of Australia's leading entertainment brands and play a key role in launching an exciting new venue in one of Sydney's most iconic locations.

What's in it for you?

• Opportunity to be part of a brand-new venue opening.
• Career development and progression opportunities across the TEEG network.
• A fun, energetic and people-focused culture.
• Access to exclusive team member discounts and benefits.
• The chance to create memorable experiences for thousands of guests every year.

Ready to Help Guests Escape Ordinary?

If you're passionate about events, love leading teams and want to be part of an exciting new venue launch, we'd love to hear from you.

At TEEG, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds, abilities and identities. Together, we create stronger teams - because we’re simply better together.