Functions & Event Coordinator | The Lord Forrest Hotel by Best Western Plus
The Functions & Events Coordinator is responsible for ensuring excellence in guest satisfaction, by providing our guests with friendly and professional service, and consistency of execution in an attractive, well-maintained environment.
The Role:
- Create a positive and memorable experience for all clients, building and maintain strong relationships
- Plan, organise, coordinate and execute a variety of events and activities
- Carry out administrative and operational tasks in association with coordinating an event
- Work in the Restaurant and alongside Kitchen teams in relation to event execution and delivery also filling shifts to make up your 40hr work week.
- Oversee work being conducted by external vendors in relation to event execution.
- Providing assistance with the restaurant management front of house during lunch/dinner trade.
About you:
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with a genuine passion for interacting with people
- Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively
- Collaborative and team focused
- Dynamic and energetic personality that thrives in a customer-facing role
- Excellent communication skills
- Previous experience in event coordination and customer service is preferred
- Able to work flexible hours from Monday to Sunday including evenings
- Must hold a valid driver’s licence & responsible service of alcohol certificate or willingness to obtain
- Basic Knowledge of food and alcohol
- RSA certified – or willing to obtain
Why join us
- Full-time position
- Attractive salary package
- Free on-site undercover car parking
- Staff discounts
- The ability to progress alongside the company's rapid growth