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Event Operations Coordinator
Job Location:
Job Location:
Cape Town - South Africa
Yearly Salary:
ZAR 250000 - 250000
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
17 October 2026 (2 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
14 January 2027
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced and highly organised Hospitality Operations Coordinator to join a leading hospitality and events environment. This role is ideal for a hospitality professional who thrives in a fast-paced setting and has a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences while coordinating seamless event operations.
You will be responsible for supporting the planning coordination execution and reporting of hospitality operations across match days corporate functions and special events ensuring that service standards and operational excellence are consistently maintained
You will be responsible for supporting the planning coordination execution and reporting of hospitality operations across match days corporate functions and special events ensuring that service standards and operational excellence are consistently maintained
Key Responsibilities
Hospitality & Event Operations
Minimum Requirements
Key Competencies
What Were Looking For
The ideal candidate is a proactive hospitality professional who enjoys being at the heart of event operations. You are highly organised solutions-driven and capable of managing multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional service delivery standards. Experience within hospitality events stadia conferencing or venue operations will be highly advantageous.
Hospitality & Event Operations
- Coordinate hospitality operations for match days corporate events and special functions.
- Ensure hospitality suites lounges and premium guest areas are fully operational and event ready.
- Conduct pre-event inspections and venue walkabouts.
- Support event setup execution and post-event close-out activities.
- Coordinate operational requirements with internal teams and service providers.
- Assist with the successful delivery of hospitality activations and guest experiences.
- Welcome and host hospitality guests sponsors and clients.
- Ensure a world-class customer experience throughout all events.
- Address guest requests and operational challenges professionally and efficiently.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and partners.
- Liaise with catering beverage staffing security and technical service providers.
- Monitor supplier performance and service delivery standards.
- Ensure suppliers meet operational requirements and event timelines.
- Assist with vendor management and compliance processes.
- Complete event administration operational checklists and reports.
- Compile post-event evaluations and operational feedback reports.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation.
- Support budget administration invoicing and general departmental coordination.
- Prepare operational reports using Microsoft Excel and related systems.
Minimum Requirements
- Relevant qualification in Hospitality Management Event Management Tourism Business Administration or a related field.
- Minimum 3 years experience in hospitality events venue operations or a related environment.
- Proven experience coordinating multiple stakeholders and service providers.
- Strong administrative and organisational abilities.
- Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Willingness to work evenings weekends public holidays and event days.
Key Competencies
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Strong planning and organisational skills
- Customer-focused approach
- Problem-solving capability
- Relationship-building skills
- Ability to multitask in a dynamic environment
- Professional communication skills
- Resilience and adaptability
- Team-player mentality
What Were Looking For
The ideal candidate is a proactive hospitality professional who enjoys being at the heart of event operations. You are highly organised solutions-driven and capable of managing multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional service delivery standards. Experience within hospitality events stadia conferencing or venue operations will be highly advantageous.
Required Experience:
IC
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