Address- Based at the NSW Tourism Awards, Gold winner for Major Tourist Attraction 2022 - Taronga Western Plains Zoo!
- Be involved in the end-to-end execution of exciting events; Weddings, conferences, social events and much more!
- Casual Pay Rates, Duty Officer, $33.74 per hour Mon-Fri rates, plus additional penalties for after hours, Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays!
If you are passionate about the Events Industry, and would love to help in pulling together unique and stunning events, than this is the role for you!
Taronga is looking for an energetic and dynamic casual Events Assistant; working alongside our Events Coordinator, to supervise Taronga’s front-of-house staff, perform admin and operational tasks, and bar/wait services within the Commercial Division of Taronga Western Plains Zoo!
About the Role…
This unique role (based at the zoo!!) presents the opportunity to work across the vast array of events that Taronga hosts each year. You’ll need to be switched on as you’ll be helping with all administration tasks that are involved with end to end events, as well as the execution of events on the day.
- Shifts generally range from Monday to Sunday, with a range of day and night shifts to be covered.
- Weekly hours vary depending on Events & availability; average 15-25 per week.
All training will be provided on the job; we’re looking for someone with experience in the administration and hands-on aspect of organizing events; with a great and willing to learn attitude! The candidate will also need to have a passion for front-of-house Events & giving the client the best possible experience on the day. This role has the capacity to broaden and develop your existing skillset to support you in career development in the events industry.
Taronga Western Plains Zoo operates 365 days a year, with the opportunity to work across a variety of different departments should you like to increase your hours.
About You…
We are looking for candidates that have / are willing to:
- Excited to work in a diverse team with a strong focus on culture
- Undertake supervisory duties; managing staff with server duties of both food and beverage, including setting, serving and clearing tables, serving canapes and serving guests
- Administration tasks; using various admin systems such as Office, Monday, Event Software Programs, UKG & more.
- Complete various tasks along side the events coordinator required to execute a variety of events, including weddings, conference and social events
- Meet varying roster commitments, including out-of-hours, school holidays and weekends
- Hold a Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certification or the potential to obtain certification
- Deliver high quality customer service in order to provide excellent guest experience and promote repeat visitation
- Work effectively as a member of a high performing team to assist Taronga in its achievement of strategic outcomes.
- NSW Working with Children Check
Benefits…
Our employees enjoy generous employment conditions including:
- Complimentary family and friends passes across both Taronga’s Zoos in Sydney and Dubbo
- Discounts on our award-winning accommodation on both zoo’s
- Discounted food and beverage purchases across the sites
We Value Diversity…
Taronga is an equal opportunity employer, where we recognise the diversity of our workforce and community – be it on the basis of gender, age, culture, religion, language or personal circumstances.
Taronga is also committed to building on the perspectives, experience, knowledge and skills that this diversity brings to our organisation.
About Applying…
Please submit your resume and a cover letter of one page. You are also required to complete the two target questions as part of your application.
1) Tell us about your experience in the event industry. Have you had any admin experience?
2) What qualities make you a great applicant for an Event Assistant? What is it about organising events that makes you love what you do?
Applications close: 11:59PM Wednesday 20 March 2024
