Venue and Functions Assistant

6 days ago

Blacktown, Australia Blacktown City Council Full time

**Job No**:BC2999***

**Location**:Blacktown, NSW***

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Blacktown is a vibrant city located in the very heart of Greater Sydney, halfway between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains. It is a city of ambition and excitement. With a total of 54 residential suburbs, and population of 435,000 coming from more than 180 different birthplaces, Blacktown City is one of the most diverse communities in Australia.

Working in Blacktown City provides a wealth of professional opportunities. Blacktown City Council is the largest council in New South Wales, 4th largest in Australia and a leader in the development of the western Sydney region. With almost unmatched growth expected over the next 25 years, we are on an exciting journey of transformation to prepare for a population of more than 644,000. There has never been a more exciting time to join one of Sydney’s most dynamic and high-performing councils as we continue to deliver outstanding levels of service for our proud and diverse community and prepare our great city for the future.

**About the opportunity**

We are excited to be seeking Casual Venue and Functions Assistants to join our Events Team.

This role is primarily responsible for the ongoing support of setup and operations of functions and events at Council-owned function centres, and other Council events where required.

If you are looking for a fun and vibrant team to be a part of,

**Qualifications and experience**

**Essential**:

- Minimum 12-months of experience in a similar role
- Provide First Aid certificate
- Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA)
- Solid working experience in:

- Cash handling
- Cleaning
- Room set up
- Stage setup
- Customer service.
- Strong understanding of and/or experience in hospitality (food and beverage) operations including front of house, kitchen and bar
- Experience working within a dynamic team environment
- Available to work flexible working hours during the week and on weekends.

**Desirable**:

- Fire Warden and Emergency Response.

**Remuneration and benefits**

The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Blacktown City Council’s Enterprise Agreement.
- Entry level for this position starts at $34.6940 per hour plus 25% casual loading
- Employee benefits such as leave entitlements (where applicable), 11.5% employer contribution payable to your nominated superannuation fund, Fitness Passport, gym membership discounts, and social clubs.

**Our commitment to safety**

Blacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing.

We are a child safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children.
- Have your resume and any other relevant documentation ready to attach.

Best of luck.

**Closing date: Friday 1 November 2024, 11.59 pm**

**Contact officer: Tanya Bigeni on 9839 6429**

**Internal ref: 2 x Casual

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