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About HOSTCO

HostCo is a fast growing hospitality business that is a recent expansion of a well-established 130 year old parent organisation. We help plan weddings, corporate functions and any other special events. Our boutique venues, at the University of Sydney and beyond offer a choice of spaces which present both modern and old world charm. Offering a rich history, fine food and wine, exceptional service and event planning down to the finest detail we work closely with our clients to ensure their event is unforgettable.

At HostCo we offer fantastic employee benefits, including flexible and positive working conditions, work life balance, career development and the opportunity to grow and learn from some of the most talented professionals in the hospitality industry, along with some great staff perks such as end of year holiday break periods.

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Functions Coordinator

Job No: USU4517
Location: Camperdown, Sydney, NSW

  • Fantastic team environment within our new HostCo catering business
  • Varied range of events and functions 
  • Great benefits

About HostCo:

The University of Sydney Union have recently launched a Gold Licensed catering business named HostCo that offers modern Australian cuisine with a hint of international flavour to our discerning clients at the University of Sydney. We offer a range of heritage venues and impressive function rooms at the University of Sydney, combining a historic atmosphere with contemporary catering and expert event management. No two days are the same with events we cater for including (but in no way limited to) weddings, conferences, high teas and product launches.

We are growing quickly so this is an opportunity to be part of a fresh and dynamic team and culture. We want someone who can really bring positivity and a friendly personality to help lead our team!

About the Role:

The Functions Coordinator is responsible for the day to day operations of the HostCo function and event business. This position is the frontline / face of the business and must portray the quality and professionalism of the brand in everything they do.

This position is shared with our existing Functions Manager. Together you will be responsible for the day-to-day set up and execution of events and the appropriate control of costs and labour resources to successfully deliver on client’s needs.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Leadership and Supervision of our wait staff team – including rostering, development and day to day performance coaching
  • Ensure our events are held to our high Gold Licensed standard
  • Monitor cost control of stock and staffing
  • Process administration for the day to day running of the department (including pay sheets, HACCP, Stock movements and internal forms)
  • Training of wait staff

This role would be ideal for someone looking to work in a fast paced environment and further develop their managerial skills.

Suitably qualified and experienced candidates should provide a resume and a cover letter that addresses each selection criteria item listed below:

Essential Criteria:

  • Two (2) years’ previous demonstrated supervisory experience of at least ten (10) wait/bar staff
  • Two (2) years’ experience supervising high volume event/wedding/conference type functions
  • Demonstrated understanding of client and customer service and high level of verbal and written communication skills
  • At least two (2) years working with integrated AV systems with a good degree of IT trouble shooting
  • Experience in managing client needs and relationships
  • Responsible Service of Alcohol competency card

Desirable Criteria:

  • Tertiary qualifications in Event and Hospitality management
  • Previous experience ordering stock and effectively managing stock levels
  • Previous demonstrated experience in developing and working to process and procedure documents

Annual Salary:

$60,000+ 9.5% Superannuation

Benefits:

  • 17.5% Annual Leave Loading
  • A complimentary ACCESS card giving discounts on and off campus (valued at $75 per year)
  • Ongoing paid training and development

How to Apply:

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.

  1. Review the position description here before applying.
  2. Complete our online application form below with your resume and cover letter (with contact details of at least two references you reported directly to) that address our essential and desirable criteria above.

Due to the volume of applications received, shortlisted applicants will be contacted within approximately 4 weeks of the role’s closing date (or 4 weeks from the date of application if there is no specified closing date).

PLEASE NOTE: Once you have commenced your application you cannot save and continue at a later stage.

Who we are:

Established in 1874, the University of Sydney Union (USU) is Australia's oldest and largest student union, with over 250 employees. Never heard of us before? Perhaps you might be aware of some of the huge festivals we run on campus each year like Australia's biggest OWeek and the Verge Arts Festival.

We're a non-profit organisation dedicated to giving students a once-in-a-lifetime university experience.  We offer a massive range of co-curricular activities such as the groundbreaking INCUBATE startup accelerator program, hundreds of on campus entertainment activities across the year and our coveted Clubs and Societies Program, which boasts more than 200 groups on campus.  On top of that we also operate over 15 food, beverage and retail outlets across University of Sydney campuses with all profits directly invested back into our award winning student programs and services.

Find out more about us at:

usu.edu.au
linkedin.com/company/university-of-sydney-union

 

 

We are committed to promoting a workplace of equal opportunities

We promote healthy living and aim to protect the health and safety of staff, members and visitors to the University by providing a Smoke-Free Workplace

We do not accept unsolicited agency applications.

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