Banquets and Events Coordinator

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Commission-based incentives

Wide variety of prestigious events

Professional development

Employee discounts on venue services

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous and creative Banquets and Events Coordinator to join their Welkom team to plan, execute, and deliver all banquets, conferences, and special events hosted at the venue. You will work closely with clients from inquiry through completion, ensuring details are managed efficiently and to the highest standard.

This role requires strong organizational skills, a passion for client satisfaction, and the ability to coordinate logistics, budgets, and timelines in a

Qualifications

• Previous experience in event planning, banquets coordination, or hospitality sales is essential.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to multitask effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a client-focused approach.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and event management software.
• A creative flair and a keen eye for detail in event setup and presentation.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing event requirements.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with clients to understand their event requirements, offering creative solutions and detailed proposals.
• Coordinate all event logistics, including venue setup, catering, audiovisual equipment, and staffing.
• Develop event timelines and ensure all deadlines are met for seamless execution.
• Manage event budgets, track expenses, and ensure profitability for all booked functions.
• Conduct pre-event briefings with the operational team and post-event debriefs with clients.
• Maintain accurate records of all client communications and event details in the booking system.

Skills

Event planning

Banquets coordination

Hospitality sales

Organizational skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Event management software

Tools

MS Office Suite

Event management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and creative Banquets and Events Coordinator to join their team in Welkom . This role is responsible for the planning, execution, and successful delivery of all banquets, conferences, and special events hosted at the venue. You will work closely with clients from initial inquiry through to event completion, ensuring all details are managed efficiently and to the highest standard. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to memorable occasions and manage a diverse portfolio of events, requiring strong organizational skills and a passion for client satisfaction within a bustling hospitality setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Liaise with clients to understand their event requirements, offering creative solutions and detailed proposals.
• Coordinate all event logistics, including venue setup, catering, audiovisual equipment, and staffing.
• Develop event timelines and ensure all deadlines are met for seamless execution.
• Manage event budgets, track expenses, and ensure profitability for all booked functions.
• Conduct pre-event briefings with the operational team and post-event debriefs with clients.
• Maintain accurate records of all client communications and event details in the booking system.

Requirements

• Previous experience in event planning , banquets coordination, or hospitality sales is essential.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to multitask effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a client-focused approach.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and event management software.
• A creative flair and a keen eye for detail in event setup and presentation.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing event requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for commission-based incentives.
• Opportunities to manage a wide variety of prestigious events.
• Professional development and training in event management.
• A supportive team environment and exposure to the hospitality industry.
• Employee discounts on venue services and F&B.