Assistant Manager - Event Service Operations

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Recently recognised as #2 ranked meeting and events hotel in Asia Pacific by Cvent, we are on the lookout for a Full Time Assistant Manager to join our stellar Event Service Operations team.

As Australia’s largest premium hotel, the hotel boasts 878 guestrooms, multiple dining experiences and event spaces. The hotel offers more than 3,700sq m of sleek meeting and event space in the heart of the city featuring two spacious ballrooms with views of Darling Harbour and 22 additional meeting rooms.

A big operation calls for a big team. Working closely with and under the guidance our two Senior Assistant Managers, you will be responsible for overseeing the operation of our events and ensuring they are executed smoothly and seamlessly. This will be achieved with day-to-day supervision of associates and supporting their training and development, as well as striving to exceed guest expectations and delivering exceptional experiences.

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  The day-to-day leadership, supervision and management of associates in the Events Service department

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  Co-ordination of all aspects of the departments operation to ensure a seamless flow from beginning to end

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  Manage the initial and ongoing training and development of all team members.

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  Ensuring all Hotel and HACCP policies & procedures are followed

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  Maintaining strong client relationships, ensuring all specifications are understood and communicated accordingly

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  Liaising and fostering collaborative working relationships with key departments across the Hotel including the Culinary and Event Planning departments

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  Handling client queries and complaints with professionalism, concern and understanding

• Management experience in Events and/or Banquets Operations in a large hotel/venue

• Passionate and focused on delivering excellent service

• Hands on leadership style, with ability to support and motivate team

• Strong understanding of food and beverage service standards and hospitality best practices.

• The ability to thrive in a fast paced and high pressure environment whilst multi-tasking

• Highly organised, with capacity to prioritise tasks on the fly

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• A valid NSW RSA

• Unrestricted, valid Australian working rights, with the availability to work a rotating roster including weekends