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Conference & Events Assistant Manager

Melbourne, VIC, au💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-08 → 2026-09-25

Core

Lead event service teams to deliver exceptional experiences across meetings, conferences, weddings, social events, and gala functions while supporting broader food and beverage operations.

Role type

Assistant Manager, Conference & Events

Builds

Meetings, conferences, weddings, social events, and gala functions

Domain

Hospitality / Luxury Hotel Operations

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

Event operations leadership, team rostering, training and development, client relationship management, food safety compliance, responsible service of alcohol, operational target management, hands-on service delivery

Preferred skills

Passion for hospitality, ability to manage multiple priorities, proactive problem-solving, collaborative team culture building

Technologies

None stated

Responsibilities

Support the Conference & Events Operations Manager in daily leadership and coordination, lead event service teams, ensure seamless event execution with focus on service standards and timing, provide guidance and coaching to team members, assist with team rostering and performance management, build relationships with clients and stakeholders, conduct event briefings, monitor service delivery and resolve issues, support food and beverage operations across restaurant, bar, and in-room dining

Seniority

Mid-level management, hands-on leadership

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