Banquets & Events Lead: Client Experience & Logistics

Placements24

Kempton Park

Hybrid

ZAR 180,000 - 300,000

Full time

5 days ago

Be an early applicant

Get a reply from this employer

Your resume and cover letter, tailored to exactly what they’re hiring for.

Get past ATS filters

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Growth opportunities

Training and development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a proactive Banqueting & Events Coordinator for a leading events venue in Tembisa, Gauteng. You will coordinate all aspects of banqueting and event planning, guiding clients from inquiry through execution to post-event follow-up, while collaborating with culinary and service teams to realize client visions.

The role requires exceptional organization, strong communication, and a customer-focused approach.

Qualifications

Proven experience as an Events Coordinator or similar role in hospitality.
Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build client rapport.
Proficiency with event planning software and Microsoft Office suite.
Creative mindset with keen attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Coordinate all aspects of banqueting and event planning from inquiry to post-event follow-up.
Liaise with clients to understand requirements, preferences and budgets.
Develop detailed event proposals, menus and floor plans.
Collaborate with culinary and service teams to ensure accurate execution of details.
Manage event timelines, schedules and logistics for punctual delivery.
Oversee setup and breakdown of event spaces to high standards.
Conduct site inspections and client walkthroughs.
Manage vendor relationships and coordinate external services.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues during events.
Maintain accurate event files and client records.