Description:
A leading 5-star hotel in Cape Town is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Assistant General Manager – Events to oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of high-profile events, conferences, and luxury functions. This role requires a hands-on leader with a passion for exceptional service, creativity, and operational excellence. Key Responsibilities:- Oversee all aspects of event operations from initial inquiry to execution
- Manage and lead the events team to ensure flawless delivery of functions
- Liaise with clients, suppliers, and internal departments to meet event objectives
- Develop and implement SOPs for event management and guest service excellence
- Monitor event budgets, negotiate with vendors, and ensure profitability
- Maintain strong client relationships and seek opportunities for repeat business
- Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards during all events
- Support the General Manager with strategic planning, reporting, and team development
- Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in event management within a luxury hotel or hospitality environment
- Strong leadership, project management, and delegation skills
- Excellent client-facing and communication abilities
- Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure
- Experience with event management software and systems
- High attention to detail, with a passion for creating memorable guest experiences
- Competitive salary and performance incentives
- Opportunity to grow within an established luxury hospitality brand
- Exposure to high-end clientele and large-scale events
- A supportive and professional working environment
Requirements:
- Oversee all aspects of event operations from initial inquiry to execution
- Manage and lead the events team to ensure flawless delivery of functions
- Liaise with clients, suppliers, and internal departments to meet event objectives
- Develop and implement SOPs for event management and guest service excellence
- Monitor event budgets, negotiate with vendors, and ensure profitability
- Maintain strong client relationships and seek opportunities for repeat business
- Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards during all events
- Support the General Manager with strategic planning, reporting, and team development
- Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in event management within a luxury hotel or hospitality environment
- Strong leadership, project management, and delegation skills
- Excellent client-facing and communication abilities
- Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure
- Experience with event management software and systems
- High attention to detail, with a passion for creating memorable guest experiences
- Competitive salary and performance incentives
- Opportunity to grow within an established luxury hospitality brand
- Exposure to high-end clientele and large-scale events
- A supportive and professional working environment
02 Apr 2025;
from:
careers24.com