Event Manager

Persian Basement is Australia’s longest running family-owned Persian restaurant for 21 years.  We are North Shore’s most established and Loved Persian restaurant in the Heart of Lane Cove.

We offer Traditional dishes in a light-filled dining room, with belly dancers and banquets on weekends.

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Event Manager to join our team on a full-time basis. As the Event Manager, you will be responsible for planning and executing events within our business, ensuring that they are memorable and exceed our customers’ expectations.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with clients to understand their event goals and requirements, and provide recommendations for menu selections, table settings, and other event details.
• Develop event proposals and presentations, including detailed event plans and cost estimates.
• Manage event budgets and timelines, ensuring that all deadlines are met and that events are executed within budget.
• Manage all communications, promotional and branding aspects of events. 
• Coordinate with kitchen and service staff to ensure that all event details are properly executed and that all attendees have a positive experience.
• Oversee event setup and breakdown, ensuring that all equipment and supplies are properly set up and taken down.
• Manage event day operations, including supervising staff, managing any issues that arise, and ensuring that all attendees have a positive experience.
• Evaluate event success and provide recommendations for future improvements.

Minimum Requirement:

• Minimum 2 years relevant experience in event management, with a focus on restaurant and hospitality events.
• Strong organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience managing event budgets and vendor contracts.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and event management software.

If you’re dedicated, ambitious and want to be a part of a growing team, Persian Basement is an excellent place to grow your career. We are interested in hearing from you.

Job Type: Full Time 

Salary Offered: $60,000 to $70,000 + Superannuation.

Work Schedule:
This job has the following work schedule:
8 hours shift

Benefits & Perks
This job has the following benefits:
Paid sick leave

Visa sponsorship

This job is located in North Sydney, Sydney NSW, Australia.

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