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Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

● Assist with coordinating and supervising professional food and beverage services. ● Oversee allocated events, organise and prepare mise-en-place before service starts.● Maintain AVM standards in allocated tasks and work areas at all times.● Provide professional food and beverage service to patrons.● Follow HACCP procedures for safe and hygienic handling of glassware and food items.● Operate in compliance with state Liquor Licensing Laws as they apply to the AVM's licence.● Finalise banquet event orders to obtain accurate and comprehensive details.● Assist with event setups, ensuring visually appealing and functional environments.

● Greet customers, actively listening to their needs and preferences.● Provide accurate and helpful information, focused on issue resolution.● Thank customers for their business and encourage them to return.

● Provide friendly, efficient, and personalised service to ensure client satisfaction.● Anticipate needs, resolve issues, and create positive and lasting memories for every guest.● Deliver seamless food and beverage service, ensuring timely presentation, accurate orders, and professional conduct.● Set up tables and event locations, adhering to layout requirements and creating an aesthetically pleasing and functional environment.

● Organised 08 competitions, 04 marathons and 04 child races for an audience of 40 thousand people, securing a 50% decrease in costs for the company.● Increase the company’s profit by 20% through a customer retention campaign.● Manage sponsorships for gastronomic, cultural, musical, and business fairs.● Meet with company directors to discuss business needs and present options.● Administer department budget and negotiate service costs.● Organise and coordinate event execution/production, including services, venue rentals, catering, production agencies, and ticketing.● Handle event communication and promotion.● Analyse event management market to collaborate with marketing for planning initiatives.● Coordinate brand transitions during marketing/promotional activities.● Enhance brand perception, reputation, and usage through strategic initiatives.● Coordinate and manage budgets, overseeing purchases and orders.● Conduct pre/post-experience evaluation meetings for improvement.● Implement technology solutions to enhance participant experience and engagement.● Evaluate and select event themes and concepts aligned with the brand.● Develop and maintain relationships with key influencers and innovators.● Promote team creativity and encourage innovative approaches.● Coordinate marketing efforts, including social media strategies, and promotional materials.● Implement feedback mechanisms for continuous improvement.

● Managed large events with multinational partners during the FIFA World Cup, ensuring greater brand visibility alongside FIFA, CBF, and Toyota.● Execute events and projects sponsored by Nestle, Procter & Gamble, Coca-Cola, and Kellogg’s, including media and advertising. ● Plan and execute campaigns and events for the store and product launches.● Organise and supervise on/off-site events and special projects to increase brand visibility.● Handle event logistics, ensuring meticulous coordination and management.● Advise on city-wide launches and related activities.● Supervise the set-up, execution, and wrap-up of experiences with attention to detail.● Act as the main point of contact for clients, suppliers, and internal teams.● Collaborate with catering teams to create and select menus that align with experience themes and dietary requirements.● Implement diversity and inclusion initiatives to ensure representation and accessibility.● Evaluate and implement security measures to ensure the safety of event participants and assets.● Collaborate with internal and external partners to secure sponsorships and partnerships for the events.● Manage registration processes, ensuring a smooth and efficient guest experience.● Develop and implement sustainability initiatives, aligning them with corporate social responsibility goals.

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