About EVT
When you join EVT, you are joining one of Australia and New Zealand’s leading experience companies. EVT encompasses Entertainment businesses that excite every sense, Ventures driven by a passion for new opportunities and Travel businesses that always feel local and authentic. At EVT, we’re the shakers and the Daymakers. The experience creators. The possibility makers and opportunity takers. We aim to make a positive impact on our people, communities and environment, every day.
About QT
A collection of 10 hotels and resorts spanning Australia and New Zealand, each QT is linked by our signature service and commitment to quirk. And our people? With personalities as unique and extraordinary as each property, individuality is more than encouraged. What will you bring to the mix?
About QT Melbourne
Woven into the city’s fabric, QT Melbourne is at the heart of the CBD’s cultural beat. Want to come into our fold? Show us your service-minded side and help keep luxury evolving across 188 industrial inspired rooms and signature dining from laneway to rooftop. We can’t wait to see what you’ve got.
About the role
- Plan, organise and execute a variety of events from start to finish.
- Collaborate with the Venue Manager/Head Chef to execute Event Orders and organise run sheets and schedules
- Report to F&B Manager on the overall performance of the C&E department
- Work closely with hotel Sales & Events team on execution of each event
- Ensure all functions and events meet the venue’s premium standards while staying within budget
- Lead a team of enthusiastic staff to ensure every event runs smoothly and exceeds expectations.
- Build strong relationships with clients to encourage repeat business and referrals.
- Continuously seek ways to enhance the quality of functions and events
- Stay updated on industry trends to maintain a competitive edge
Benefits & perks
At EVT, we want our people to experience our businesses and be brand and experience advocates. So, we make sure access to amazing ‘Elevate Perks’ are available to all staff from day dot.
- Incredible team member discounts from your first day on-the-job.
- 50% off stays at EVT hotels – Rydges, LyLo, QT, Atura, and more.
- $2 movie tickets, plus Moonlight, Gold Class, Candy Bar discounts and more.
- Awesome winter and summer savings and discounts at Thredbo.
- Rapid career growth opportunities through our EVT network.
- Local community involvement, volunteering and charitable giving.
- Australia and NZ’s largest and most diverse experiences company.
Skills & experience
- Demonstrated experience in a similar role as a conference / banqueting leadership role for 2 years
- Demonstrated experience in a similar role as a function & events leadership role for 2 years
- The ability to work under pressure in a busy and dynamic F&B space
- Passion for culinary excellence & sound knowledge of current food trends
- Excellent presentation and exceptional communication skills
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