Senior Banqueting & Events Manager — Luxury Hotel, Sandton

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus opportunities

Professional development

Employee discounts on hotel services

Provident fund and medical aid

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton seeks a Banqueting and Events Manager to orchestrate memorable events from inquiry through post-event follow-up. You will partner with culinary, operations, and sales teams to deliver flawless experiences for weddings, conferences, and high-profile gatherings.

The ideal candidate brings 4+ years in event management, strong organizational skills, and a passion for premium service in Gauteng’s vibrant events scene. Flexibility for evenings and weekends is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in banqueting, event management, or hospitality management.
• Proven experience in planning and executing large-scale events, conferences, and weddings.
• Strong understanding of event logistics, AV equipment, and venue setup.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and client relationship management skills.
• Proficiency in event management software and standard office applications.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of banqueting and event operations, from initial client inquiry to post-event follow-up.
• Develop detailed event plans, including timelines, budgets, staffing, and logistics.
• Liaise with clients to understand their event requirements and provide tailored solutions.
• Coordinate with the culinary team to design exceptional menus and catering arrangements.
• Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to promote event services.
• Oversee event setup, execution, and breakdown, ensuring all details are executed to the highest standard.
• Manage event budgets, track expenses, and ensure profitability.
• Supervise and train banqueting staff to deliver impeccable service.
• Conduct post-event evaluations and gather client feedback for continuous improvement.

Skills

Event management

Client relations

Budgeting

Communication

Team leadership

Tools

Event management software

Job description

Placements24 in Sandton seeks a Banqueting and Events Manager to orchestrate memorable events from inquiry through post-event follow-up. You will partner with culinary, operations, and sales teams to deliver flawless experiences for weddings, conferences, and high-profile gatherings.

The ideal candidate brings 4+ years in event management, strong organizational skills, and a passion for premium service in Gauteng’s vibrant events scene. Flexibility for evenings and weekends is required.