Marketing/Events Coordinator at FNB South Africa

Job Description

As part of our talent team, you will be surrounded by unique talents, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious. Now’s the time to imagine your potential in a team where experts come together and ignite effective change.

Are you someone who can: 

• Provides events and catering service/function within Group Catering for internal FirstRand Group Ltd employees and the external clients of FirstRand Group Ltd in accordance with the catering processes, procedures, and standards.
• Responsible for planning, organizing, and coordinating the general activities and resources resulting in the smooth management of the catering unit.
• Maintains good relationships with staff, customers, suppliers and motivates staff by identifying training needs, implementing, and monitoring efficient working schedules. Implementing and monitoring stock control measures, 6-star food and beverage standards.
• Monitor closely Accounts Receivable (AR) recon and ensure that all payments are made within required times.
• Planning events according to customer requirements with attention to budget and time constraints.
• Understanding requirements for each event.
• Booking venues coordinate, catering requirements with chefs and coordinating technical aspect such as AV requirements.
• Promote customer satisfaction.

You will be an ideal candidate if you: 

• Mandatory: Grade 12
• Preferred Qualification: Relevant Certificate or Diploma
• 1 to 3 years of experience in a similar environment in more than one section in the kitchen.

You will have access to: 

• Opportunities to network and collaborate
• Challenging Working
• Opportunities to innovate

We can be a match if you have:  

• Proven experience as event coordinator
• A proven track record of organizing successful events.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Sound knowledge of menu planning and pairing.
• Sound knowledge of recipe costing.
• Sound knowledge of food health and safety regulations(R638).
• The ability to stand for extended periods.
• The ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Excellent supplier management skills.
• Outstanding communication and negotiation ability.
• Well-organized with multi-tasking skills
• Able to handle stress and remain calm.
• Problem-solving ability.