Assistant Director/director of Catering

4 weeks ago

Sydney, Australia W Hotels Full time

**Job Description**:
**Job Number** 23133857

**Job Category** Event Management

**Location** W Sydney, 31 Wheat Road, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia VIEW ON MAP

**Schedule** Full-Time

**Located Remotely?** N

**Relocation?** N

**Position Type** Management

**NATURAL TALENT**

Explore an exciting new career path at W Hotels where your natural talent is celebrated. W Hotel’s work culture is uniquely designed to spark your imagination and curiosity while bringing the W experience to life for guests.

W Sydney, opening on Darling Harbour’s waterfront in October 2023, is now casting for a vibrant and passionate Director of Catering & Events or Assistant Director of Catering & Events, responsible for the management of all residential and catering only meetings, incentives, events (including social & weddings), conventions and exhibitions. From initial client enquiry to reach maximum profitability and client satisfaction and ensure the Events team work to reach department and hotel goals, in line with W Hotels and Marriott International’s brand standards, with support from the Director of Sales & Marketing (DOSM). This is an exciting and unique opportunity to join W Sydney’s pre-opening team to set up catering and event management systems, processes, and team

**CORE RESPONSIBILITIES**

**Primary responsibilities for the Assistant Director/Director of Catering & Events include**:

- Head of Department position representing the hotel in all residential and catering only event sales activities in line with W Hotels and Marriott International’s corporate strategies with support from the DOSM.
- Responsible for the day-to-day leadership, supervision and management of event sales associates working in the department.
- Oversee the co-ordination of the Event Diary.
- In conjunction with the DOSM and Senior Marketing Manager, develop and implement an events marketing plan with strategies to meet and exceed revenue goals in line with the budget.
- Participate in the preparation of the annual Budget and Business Plan as required.
- With DOSM, Director of Revenue Management, and Director of Beverage & Food, set, implement, and manage group and event room selling guidelines and pricing.
- Possess thorough knowledge of W Sydney, the property, spaces, capacity, concept/food style (menus).
- Prepare by market segment comments, future actions and results for Owner’s and General Manager Reports as required.
- Develop, implement, and manage yield management strategies to maximise revenues per available space.
- Lead memorable and tailor-made Insider Tours and Client Entertainment (including when required, menu tastings) to ensure prospect leads are converted to definite and in accordance with hotel policies (this may involve time outside of normal business working hours and familiarisation weekends).
- For all leads, ensure that complete and accurate booking and contact information is recorded in CI/TY along with records of all client communications and correspondence, including source code and market segment information, according to CI/TY Audit standards.
- Actively promote Marriott Bonvoy and affiliated offers during the proposal process.
- Conduct sales tele calls to qualify and prospect for new business in line with weekly KPI targets.
- Conduct post-event follow up calls to prospect for repeat bookings.
- Prepare and issue group and event contracts on a timely basis and to agreed standards, along with deposit requests and ensure that contracts and any required deposits are returned by the agreed option dates.
- Attend and represent W Sydney at appropriate industry networking events.
- Participate as required in weekly BEO Meetings for key internal stakeholders.
- Work with Executive Chef and Director of B&F to create and maintain banquet menus.
- Responsible for effective recruitment, training and development certification, performance evaluation, turnover reduction, and optimisation of productivity
- Work closely with the Director of Sales to develop and implement strategies to maximise MICE business in conjunction with DOSM.
- Tour the hotel’s event spaces and conduct spot checks of meeting room setups.
- Be an early adopter and champion for innovation, as the W brand has been since inception, to deliver and exceed budgeted revenues for the hotel, channel engagement and enhanced guest experience.
- Participate in the Hotel Manager on Duty program.

**LIFE WITH THE WORKS**

We believe in the power of people. They are both our foundation and our inspiration. As we look forward to the future, we are committed to investing in our talent through holistic well-being, personal growth and career opportunities. This isn’t work with a side of life. This is - Life. With the Works.

**BENEFITS**
- Incentives
- Milestone Recognition
- Sabbatical Leave
- Leave Portability
- Love Learning
- Enhanced Super
- Career Growth
- Bonvoy Eligibility
- Overall Wellbeing
- Private Health Insurance
- Flexible Working
- Birth

  • Assistant Director/director of Catering

    5 days ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia W Hotels Full time

    Job Description:Job Number Job Category Event ManagementLocation W Sydney, 31 Wheat Road, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia VIEW ON MAPSchedule Full-TimeLocated Remotely? NRelocation? NPosition Type ManagementNATURAL TALENTExplore an exciting new career path at W Hotels where your natural talent is celebrated. W Hotel's work culture is uniquely designed to...

  • Assistant Director

    3 weeks ago

    Sydney, Australia Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions (CDPP) Full time

    Senior Executive Service Band 1 (SES Band 1) - $211,607- $238, 096 plus 15.4% employer super contribution - Adelaide, Brisbane, Cairns, Canberra, Darwin, Hobart, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney and Townsville The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (Cth) (CDPP) is seeking a Senior Executive Service (SES) Band 1 Assistant Director to successfully lead and...

  • Assistant Director

    3 weeks ago

    Sydney, Australia Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions (CDPP) Full time

    Senior Executive Service Band 1 (SES Band 1) - $211,607- $238, 096 plus 15.4% employer super contribution - Adelaide, Brisbane, Cairns, Canberra, Darwin, Hobart, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney and Townsville The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (Cth) (CDPP) is seeking a Senior Executive Service (SES) Band 1 Assistant Director to successfully lead and...

  • Assistant Director

    3 weeks ago

    Sydney, Australia Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions (CDPP) Full time

    Senior Executive Service Band 1 (SES Band 1) - $211,607- $238, 096 plus 15.4% employer super contribution - Adelaide, Brisbane, Cairns, Canberra, Darwin, Hobart, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney and Townsville The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (Cth) (CDPP) is seeking a Senior Executive Service (SES) Band 1 Assistant Director to successfully lead and...

  • Assistant Director

    3 weeks ago

    Sydney, Australia Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions (CDPP) Full time

    Senior Executive Service Band 1 (SES Band 1) - $211,607- $238, 096 plus 15.4% employer super contribution - Adelaide, Brisbane, Cairns, Canberra, Darwin, Hobart, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney and Townsville The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (Cth) (CDPP) is seeking a Senior Executive Service (SES) Band 1 Assistant Director to successfully lead and...

  • Executive Assistant

    1 week ago

    Sydney, Australia Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions (CDPP) Full time

    APS Level 4 and APS Level 5 - APS Level 4 - $67,559 - $74,738 - APS Level 5 - $75,260 - $81,338 + 15.4% employer super contribution - Sydney & Brisbane The Executive Assistant (EA) performs a crucial role within the Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions (CDPP), supporting the Executive to ensure a smooth daily operation of the office. As EA to...

  • Assistant Director

    6 days ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia https:www.bebeejoin Full time

    $35 - $38 per hour + super + allowances Perm part time 35 hours per week 3 block sifts and 2 split shifts per weekAnila Recruitment is exclusively representing a Not for Profit P&C run service in recruiting an Assistant Director (12 maternity leave cover contract) to join their team. Our Client provides Before and After School Care services to school-aged...

  • Assistant Program Director

    3 days ago

    Sydney, Australia Onset Full time

    **Join a Meaningful Government Agency Project - Assistant Program Director (EL1)** - **LOCATION** - Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra or Melbourne (On Premise) - **ELIGIBLE - **Australian Citizens Only - **LENGTH - **12 Month Contract (with up to 24 Months of extensions available) - **RATE -** $$$ Negotiable (Different rates available) Are you ready to play a...

  • El1 Assistant Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Sydney, Australia Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions (CDPP) Full time

    Executive Level 1 - $112, 233 - $122, 486 plus 15.4% employer super contribution - Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne or Sydney The Assistant Manager, Strategic Planning & Governance, is an operational role and works closely with the Governance Manager and Branch Head to support the Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions (CDPP) to fulfil its purpose...

  • Aps5/aps6 Witness Assistance Officer

    1 week ago

    Sydney, Australia Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions (CDPP) Full time

    APS5 and APS6 - $77,518 - $97,878 - Sydney and Melbourne The Witness Assistance Officer (WAO) performs an important role within the Office of the Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecution’s (CDPP) Witness Assistance Service (WAS). The WAS aims to minimise the stress and risk of potential re-traumatisation for victims of crime, their families and...

  • Executive Assistant to Managing Director

    1 week ago

    Sydney, Australia Swipe Consulting Full time

    **The Agency** Swipe Consulting is a boutique marketing & business services agency, catering specifically for SMEs in Australia. **The Role** An opportunity has arisen for an executive assistant to assist the Director on a full-time basis in our marketing & events division. - **This is a small company that is fast-paced and responsible for clients &...

  • Federal Prosecutor

    4 weeks ago

    Sydney, Australia Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions Full time

    **JOB DESCRIPTION**: The Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions (CDPP) is looking for enthusiastic, energetic and forward-thinking junior lawyers who have experience or knowledge of, and aptitude for, criminal law. Working under the guidance of your Prosecution Team Leader, you will assess routine and more complex briefs from investigative agencies,...

  • Assistant Director

    6 days ago

    Sydney, Australia Department of Employment and Workplace Relations Full time

    Executive Level 1 - Canberra ACT, Perth WA, Melbourne VIC, Brisbane QLD, Sydney NSW, Darwin NT, Adelaide SA, Hobart TAS - $115,996 - $128,200 **About the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations** We enable access to quality skills, training and employment services to support Australians find secure work in fair, productive and safe workplaces -...

  • Assistant Program Director

    5 days ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Onset Full time

    Join a Meaningful Government Agency Project - Assistant Program Director (EL1)- LOCATION Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra or Melbourne (On Premise)- ELIGIBLE - Australian Citizens Only- LENGTH - 12 Month Contract (with up to 24 Months of extensions available)- RATE - $$$ Negotiable (Different rates available)Are you ready to play a crucial role in impacting the...

  • Assistant Director

    3 weeks ago

    Sydney, Australia Annie Full time

    Be a part of a Service Leadership Team - Amazing benefits and support - Fantastic opportunity to move into a Director position as the company grows **The Role - Assistant Service Director** The Assistant Director role is essential in the success of the day-to-day management of a large Early Childhood Service. This position provides support for both the...

  • Assistant Director

    3 weeks ago

    Sydney, Australia Goodstart Early Learning Ltd Full time

    Goodstart is Australia’s largest early learning provider. As a not-for-profit social enterprise, we exist purely to improve the lives of Australia’s children and their families. Our people are our foundation, together we are working to ensure children have the learning, development and wellbeing outcomes they need for school and life. **Role**:...

  • Assistant Director

    3 weeks ago

    Sydney, Australia Goodstart Early Learning Ltd Full time

    Goodstart is Australia’s largest early learning provider. As a not-for-profit social enterprise, we exist purely to improve the lives of Australia’s children and their families. Our people are our foundation, together we are working to ensure children have the learning, development and wellbeing outcomes they need for school and life. **Role**:...

  • Assistant Director

    4 weeks ago

    Sydney, Australia Crestwood Early Learning Centre Full time

    We are seeking an Early Childhood professional for leading the Centre as Assistant Director for a Full time [or Part-time] position - Should be experienced, passionate and committed. - Should have the ability to engage positively with families and establish rapport. - Will receive ongoing support from management and work flexibility. - Should have Diploma in...

  • Director Of Engineering

    5 days ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Manhattan Group Full time

    We are in the hunt for a dynamic Director of Engineering to join a vibrant team in West Africa, overseeing a luxurious 500-room, 5-star property with multiple outlets and catering facilities.About the Role:As the Director of Engineering, you'll be at the helm of the property's maintenance and refurbishment initiatives, spearheading a proactive maintenance...

  • Assistant Director

    6 days ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Goodstart Early Learning Ltd Full time

    Goodstart is Australia's largest early learning provider. As a not-for-profit social enterprise, we exist purely to improve the lives of Australia's children and their families. Our people are our foundation, together we are working to ensure children have the learning, development and wellbeing outcomes they need for school and life.Role: Assistant...