The Adelaide Convention Centre sits proudly in the Riverbank Precinct, which is rapidly evolving to create a new hub for Adelaide, incorporating new research, health and medical centres, educational institutions, sport, entertainment, convention and event facilities. A rare opportunity exists for a career minded hospitality professional to work at the top end of Adelaide's business events, conferencing and banqueting market.
Reporting to the Manager, Event Floor Services you will assist with the coordination of catering operations on the floor, ongoing staff development and performance, monitoring labour and material costs, uniform, linen and service standards.
During the running of events, you will be pivotal in monitoring the quality of venue set-up and overall presentation, as well as coordinating the requirements of the client with other departments of the Centre such as Kitchen, Audio Visual, House Services, Set Crew and Uniform Store.
About you:
* Significant supervisory experience in front of house (F&B) operations associated with event, conference and banquet catering in a similar corporate-style venue
* Exceptional food and beverage service and bar operation skills and the ability to lead and coach others in the practical application of these skills
* Experience in the delivery of special diets
* Excellent communication, time management and problem-solving abilities
* A sound knowledge of the local, national and international events industry, SA infrastructure and tourist attractions
* Immaculate presentation
* Ability to confidently interact at all levels, including dealing professionally with local, national and international V.I.P.’s
* Be a consummate team-player, who adapts easily to a professional, well-drilled and positive team environment
* Pleasant and helpful in nature, with a strong customer service focus
* Physically fit, able to work on your feet for extended periods
* Available to work any hours as rostered, inclusive of night and weekend shifts
Culture & Benefits
* Full time salaried position - $80,000 - $85,000 inclusive annual salary package
* Mixture of day and night shifts
* Exciting, hands-on role where no 2 days are the same
* Laundered uniforms at no cost to you
* Discounted city car parking
* State government superannuation
Adelaide Venue Management Corporation (AVM) operates three of Adelaide’s most iconic and commercially successful event venues - the Adelaide Convention Centre (ACC), Adelaide Entertainment Centre (AEC) and Coopers Stadium.