AddressThe privately owned Y Group has interests in coffee, wine and hospitality. Owning venues such, Woodcutters Restaurant, Barrel Bar, and Nikola Estate the group is going through an exciting growth phase!
Set in one of the most picturesque locations in the Swan Valley, we currently have an exciting opportunity for Events Executiveto join the group.
Overall Purpose of the Role
This role is responsible for the successful planning and selling of both weddings and events across our Oakover and Nikola wineries. Both busy year-round venues hosting a wide range of function types, this role will work with internal and external clients to deliver exceptional experiences and help us achieve our targets. This is a fast paced and rewarding role in a small close-knit team and the successful candidate will have a passion for the hospitality and events industry.
Role Duties and Requirements
- Manage all wedding & event leads and conversion
- Conduct site inspections, client meetings and liaison, create detailed event orders, invoicing and floorplans & written correspondence to the highest standard
- Establish a strong and attentive relationship with clients to ensure the event is executed as planned
- Work co-operatively with operations and kitchen teams to coordinate every aspect of our events to ensure seamless delivery
- Maintain relationships with external suppliers including equipment, theming, photographers and audio-visual companies
- Plan other events as required
- Conduct follow-up correspondence with clients and respond to feedback
- Provide a warm, friendly and welcoming service to customers and clients
Skills and Experience
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in function venue or similar environment
- Strong attention to detail and time management skills
- Professional presentation
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- A warm, friendly, professional manner towards all clients and must be a team player
- Experience in front of house service and room set ups
Due to the nature of events being held this role will be required to work most weekends.
