Are you a charismatic individual with a CAN DO attitude? If so, we are looking for someone just like you! The iconic Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges is currently seeking a Weddings & Events Coordinator to join our team!

About the business

With a rich history dating back to 1850 the hotel is an iconic landmark in Western Australia. Our iconic location means our guests can savour the culture and tradition of Fremantle one of WA’s premier tourist destinations when staying with us. The hotel offers 300 spacious refurbished rooms across ten different room categories, two pools, multiple conferencing & event spaces, as well as a restaurant and three different bars.

Part of EVT, a proudly Australian-owned company with over 100 years’ experience in hospitality, entertainment and leisure in Australian & New Zealand. Our 80+ hotels stretch from Sydney to Queenstown to Perth and each is locally inspired, just like our team, our customers and you. We’re for making the day better. We include. We nurture talent and promote internally.

About the role

The Weddings & Events Coordinator ensures all Hotel events are coordinated in a timely and accurate manner to achieve a successful outcome for the client and the Hotel.

Key responsibilities:

• Proactively secure new Weddings & Social Event business by competently providing proposals and contracts.
• Provide event orders and floor plans along with all relevant information to the operational areas and clients.
• To liaise with the Sales & Marketing team members and Conference & Events Sales Manager regarding all aspects of each event.
• Executes and supports the operational aspects of business booked (e.g., generating proposal, writing contract, customer correspondence).
• Follow all procedures with regard to deposits and payment schedules for all event bookings and special event bookings.
• To complete the Weekly Distribution in conjunction with other Event Coordinators.
• To conduct site inspections including clients and third party suppliers as required for coordination of events.
• To attend all relevant Sales, operations and administrative meetings.
• To communicate with Reservations regarding room blocks.
• To meet and greet conference organiser or client in conjunction with the Banquet Operations Manager or Supervisor on the client’s arrival/first day of event to finalise details.
• To perform any other reasonable duties and tasks as directed by Management.

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 6 months Hospitality sales and event coordination experience.
• Proficient use of sales software (e.g. iVvy)

Benefits & perks

• Incredible team member discounts from your first day on-the-job.
• 50% off stays at EVT hotels – Rydges, QT, Atura, LyLo and more.
• $2 movie tickets, plus Moonlight Cinema and Gold Class discounts.
• Rapid career growth opportunities through our EVT network.
• Australia and NZ’s largest and most diverse experiences company.

So if you tick the above boxes and you enjoy being part of a winning team then get cracking and apply. For the right person this is an opportunity that could seriously advance their career with a company who gives back to those who put in. It is essential to have previous hospitality experience and to attach a cover letter as well.