Amsterdam: Pre-Opening Meetings & Events Coordinator

The Usual; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts for you and your family

Travel allowance

Uniform provision

Personal development & coaching

Job summary

The Usual in Amsterdam is launching a new pre-opening Meetings & Events team and seeks a proactive coordinator to shape our events business from day one. You’ll manage enquiries, proposals, contracts, and on-site delivery, turning spaces into memorable experiences and growing client partnerships.

Fluent English, 2+ years in meetings and events, and a commercial mindset are essential. Expect a hands-on role with weekday shifts and occasional evenings or weekends.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in meetings & events or similar hospitality role.
• Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus.
• Strong host with commercial mindset and ownership attitude.

Responsibilities

• Handle meeting & event enquiries from first contact to confirmation, including proposals, contracts and invoicing.
• Build relationships with existing clients and retain/grow their business.
• Identify opportunities to attract new clients and upsell F&B and events.
• Lead site visits and bring spaces/brand to life for prospective clients.
• Coordinate all event details including room setups, equipment and F&B packages.
• Be hands-on during meetings/events, ensuring everything runs smoothly.

Skills

Customer service

Event coordination

Hospitality

English fluency

Tools

Event Temple

Lightspeed

Apaleo

Job description

The Usual in Amsterdam is launching a new pre-opening Meetings & Events team and seeks a proactive coordinator to shape our events business from day one. You’ll manage enquiries, proposals, contracts, and on-site delivery, turning spaces into memorable experiences and growing client partnerships.

Fluent English, 2+ years in meetings and events, and a commercial mindset are essential. Expect a hands-on role with weekday shifts and occasional evenings or weekends.