Banqueting Coordinator wanted immediately: Salary R22 000 per month
Must have at least three years’ experience in the same position in a 4/5 star hotel
Relevant tertiary qualification at a hotel school or something similar would be an advantage
To liaise with all clients, ascertaining their requirements and co-ordinating these needs to ensure the successful execution of the function.
To show the client the various facilities available, advising and discussing the merits of the various options.
To monitor and control provisional and confirmed function bookings, and ensure that no double bookings occur.
To up-date function sheet and advise all departments once confirmation of the function is received.
To ensure that all necessary requirements as per guests/group have been ordered and are in position and in working order.
To ensure that all payments are received before the event and afterwards if any money is outstanding.
To ensure that all charges have been charged to the clients/organizers.
To ensure rooming list are captured on the system with all the correct details.
Must be well-organized and have strong administrative skills
Must have strong customer relations and communication skills
Must be computer literate
Must be familiar with conferencing aspects such as conference bookings, rooming lists, function sheets, site inspections, pre-planning and pre-conference meetings
Relevant experience in F&B and Banqueting an advantage
Must be familiar with Apex reservations system or something similar
Must be familiar with general office duties such as filing and copying
Must be able to work with the Executive Chef to co-ordinate specific food requirements
Must have a good understanding of different conference and function set-ups
Must be able to communicate with managers on all levels
Must be able to maintain set standards
Must be able to “sell” our venues and visit clients to close sales, if needed.
Must be able to organise and execute various bridal shows, conferences and functions
Must be able to work over weekends as per business demands
Must be able to work under pressure
Must be able to work with staff of all levels
Must be able to work independently and effectively in a team. Apply Now
Source: Jobs365
