Parties & Events Manager

Kingpin; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Brand-new venue

Career development

Team discounts

Exclusive benefits

Thousands of guests served

Job summary

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

You will oversee the end-to-end delivery of all parties and events within the venue, ensuring every celebration exceeds expectations and partner with leaders across Food & Beverage, Attractions and Operations to ensure seamless execution.

Qualifications

• Experience leading event operations, hospitality, entertainment or guest experiences teams.
• Passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences and achieving outstanding guest feedback.
• Strong leadership to coach, motivate 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 skills.
• Collaborative approach across multiple departments.
• Must have WWCC 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 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.

Skills

Event leadership

Guest experience

Planning & organisation

Communication

Stakeholder management

Team development

Cross-department collaboration

WWCC clearance

Job description

Kingpin is bringing our signature entertainment experience to Bondi 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.