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A permanent, full-time Event Operations Coordinator role is now open in Cape Town’s Northern Suburbs, with a leading hospitality and events environment. If you are an experienced, highly organised hospitality professional who thrives under pressure and loves making events run smoothly, this opportunity is worth a close look.
About the company and the work
The role is advertised by The Working Earth.., for a leading hospitality and events environment. The coordinator supports the planning, coordination, execution and reporting of hospitality operations across match days, corporate functions and special events, making sure service standards and operational excellence are maintained throughout.
Role details and duties
- Coordinate hospitality operations for match days, corporate events and special functions.
- Make sure hospitality suites, lounges and premium guest areas are fully operational and event ready.
- Carry out pre-event inspections and venue walkabouts.
- Support event setup, execution and post-event close-out activities.
- Coordinate operational requirements with internal teams and service providers.
- Help deliver hospitality activations and guest experiences successfully.
- Welcome and host hospitality guests, sponsors and clients, and make sure they enjoy a world-class experience at every event.
- Deal with guest requests and operational challenges professionally and efficiently, and build strong relationships with stakeholders and partners.
- Liaise with catering, beverage, staffing, security and technical service providers, and monitor supplier performance and service delivery standards.
- Help with vendor management and compliance processes, and make sure suppliers meet operational requirements and event timelines.
- Complete event administration, operational checklists and reports, and compile post-event evaluations and operational feedback reports.
- Keep accurate records and documentation, and support budget administration, invoicing and general departmental coordination.
- Prepare operational reports using Microsoft Excel and related systems.
Requirements
- A relevant qualification in Hospitality Management, Event Management, Tourism, Business Administration or a related field.
- At least 3 years of experience in hospitality, events, venue operations or a related environment.
- Proven experience coordinating multiple stakeholders and service providers.
- Strong administrative and organisational abilities.
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Willing to work evenings, weekends, public holidays and event days.
- Exceptional attention to detail, strong planning and organisational skills, a customer-focused approach, problem-solving ability, relationship-building skills, the ability to multitask in a dynamic environment, professional communication, resilience, adaptability and a team-player mentality.
Where to find and apply safely
Apply through the original advert only, using the Apply button on this page, which links directly to the source listing. Do not pay anyone for a job offer, and be wary of anyone asking for fees, banking details or personal documents outside a genuine employer’s official process.
Practical tips
- Highlight your most relevant event days: match days, corporate functions or special functions you have helped run.
- Give short examples of how you handled a supplier problem or a guest request under pressure.
- Mention your Excel skills with a concrete example, such as checklists or post-event reports you prepared.
- Make your availability for evenings, weekends and public holidays clear, since event days often fall outside office hours.
How the process works
Submit your application through the original advert. The employer will review applications and contact shortlisted candidates about the next steps. If you are not contacted, keep an eye out for similar hospitality and events roles in Cape Town.
Important information
This page is for information only and does not form part of the employer’s recruitment process. Salary, duties and requirements are taken from the original advert: a permanent, full-time role in Cape Town: Northern Suburbs, advertised with a package of R250,000 to R300,000 per year. Always confirm the current details on the original advert before applying.
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