Banqueting Coordinator

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Performance incentives

Health benefits

Diverse events

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Banqueting Coordinator in Pretoria to plan and execute weddings, conferences, and private functions. You will liaise with clients, coordinate with culinary and technical teams, and oversee on-site setup to ensure flawless events.

You’ll thrive in a fast-paced environment, coordinating with staff to deliver seamless events, while maintaining client satisfaction and budgetary awareness.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in event planning and banqueting coordination.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities to interact with clients and staff.
• Ability to manage multiple events simultaneously under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of banqueting and event planning from initial inquiry to post-event follow-up.
• Liaise directly with clients to ascertain event requirements, preferences, and budget.
• Prepare event proposals, contracts, and timelines, ensuring details are documented.
• Collaborate with culinary, service, and technical teams for seamless execution.
• Oversee on-site event setup, ensuring adherence to client specs and venue standards.
• Manage event logistics, including staffing, AV equipment, and decor.

Skills

Event planning

Banqueting coordination

Organization

Communication

Multitasking

Event management software

Tools

Event management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a detail-oriented and organized Banqueting Coordinator to manage and execute events for their venue in Pretoria . This role is essential for ensuring that all banquets, conferences, and private functions are flawlessly planned and delivered. You will liaunt closely with clients to understand their needs, coordinate with internal teams, and oversee the event setup and execution. If you have a flair for event planning, excellent communication skills, and thrive in a dynamic environment, this position offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to memorable events in Pretoria .

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of banqueting and event planning from initial inquiry to post-event follow-up.


• Liaise directly with clients to ascertain their event requirements, preferences, and budget.


• Prepare event proposals, contracts, and timelines, ensuring all details are clearly documented.


• Collaborate with culinary, service, and technical teams to ensure seamless event execution.


• Oversee on-site event setup, ensuring adherence to client specifications and venue standards.


• Manage event logistics, including staffing, audiovisual equipment, and decor.

Requirements

• Proven experience in event planning , banqueting coordination, or a related role.


• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with meticulous attention to detail.


• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities to effectively interact with clients and staff.


• Ability to manage multiple events simultaneously under pressure.


• Proficiency in event management software is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance incentives.


• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.


• Opportunities to work on diverse and high-profile events.


• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.


• A collaborative and creative work culture in Pretoria .