Banqueting Coordinator

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 201,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meals

Hotel discounts

Overtime pay

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Klerksdorp is seeking a meticulous Banqueting Coordinator to manage and execute successful banqueting events. You will liaise with clients from inquiry to completion, ensuring dietary, venue, and logistical requirements are met, contributing to guest satisfaction and revenue for the banqueting department.

You will coordinate with kitchen, beverage, and operations teams, prepare detailed function sheets, and oversee setup/breakdown of rooms while handling on-the-day requests and

Qualifications

• 1–2 years experience in banqueting coordination or event planning.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Experience with event management software is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Respond to banqueting inquiries with detailed quotes and proposals.
• Meet with clients to understand event needs, menu, room setup, and AV requirements.
• Coordinate with kitchen, beverage, and banqueting teams to ensure flawless execution.
• Prepare function sheets and communicate them to relevant departments.
• Oversee setup and breakdown of banqueting rooms per client specs.
• Handle on-the-day issues to ensure a successful event.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a well-established hotel in Klerksdorp , is seeking a meticulous and enthusiastic Banqueting Coordinator to manage and execute successful banqueting events. This role is responsible for liaising with clients from the initial inquiry stage through to the event's completion, ensuring all dietary, venue, and logistical requirements are met. You will play a crucial role in maintaining the hotel's reputation for hosting seamless and memorable functions, contributing to the overall guest satisfaction and revenue generation for the banqueting department in the North West province.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to banqueting inquiries promptly and professionally, providing detailed quotes and proposals.
• Meet with clients to understand their event needs, including menu selections, room setup, and audiovisual requirements.
• Coordinate with kitchen, beverage, and banqueting operations teams to ensure flawless execution.
• Prepare detailed function sheets for all events and communicate them to relevant departments.
• Oversee the setup and breakdown of banqueting rooms according to client specifications.
• Handle any on-the-day issues or client requests to ensure a successful event.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in banqueting coordination or event planning, preferably in a hotel environment.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with event management software is advantageous.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as dictated by event schedules.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and client satisfaction.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with potential for overtime pay.
• Opportunities to expand your event management portfolio.
• Staff meals and hotel discounts.
• A dynamic team environment with opportunities for growth.
• Be part of a respected hotel in the vibrant city of Klerksdorp .