A historic and picturesque wine estate, located just 60KM’s North of Cape Town, offering scenic views over the Paarl mountain range, hosting a well-known restaurant and beauitufl function facilities, often utelised for weddings and other private events, seeks a fully skilled and well-presented Events Manager.Further details relevant to the position are shown below: JOB PURPOSETo effectively manage and control all events and functions PERSON REQUIREMENTSQualificationsRelated experienceMatricEvents Management Course5 yrsHospitality industry Knowledge RequirementsKnowledge of Pilot Point of Sale and booking systemKnowledge of all restaurant productsKnowledge of estate and historyKnowledge of wine portfolio and productsKnowledge of pricing/costing of menu itemsKnowledge of events handling and coordinating Key Performance Areas1. ManagementBookingsAll bookings are done to maximize the utilization of the restaurant with no double bookingsService levelsSetting and maintaining the appropriate service levels and managing staff to ensure optimal service to all guests.Daily cash upsCash ups are accurate and done on time2. StockRestaurant stock itemsStock takes are done according to agreed schedule and variances are kept to a minimumStock reconciliationPilot represents the physical stock3. Front of HouseManagement of linen and cutleryEffective use of both linen & cutleryWell managed staffStaff are effectively usedWell-presented restaurantsRestaurants are always well presented & efficiently run4. House keepingRestaurants are neat and tidyRestaurants are kept clean & cleaned according to agreed scheduleToilets are cleanToilets are kept clean & cleaned according to agreed scheduleLinen & cutlery are cleanLinen & cutlery are kept clean & cleaned according to agreed schedule5. Quality of ServiceCustomer satisfactionSatisfied clients/customers, complaints are recorded and corrective actions are implemented5. Continuous ImprovementIdentify ways of improving restaurant optimizationImprovements in cost savingsPositive trend on KPI measurements COMPETENCIESRelationship with peopleSocially ConfidentKnowledge of stock management & controlEmpathyKnowledge of Pilot and VectorKnowledge of Booking systemProblem solving skills/ability to generate solutionsAnalytical & behavioralComputer literacyTime managementThinking StyleCreativity & change MANAGERIAL & PERSONALPeople & Organizational behavioral management skillsEmotional IntellectPeople management skillsConflict handling & resolutionCustomer serviceFeelings and EmotionsDynamismEnthusiasm and Friendliness Our client will only consider candidates who have gained work experience in reputable and well-known establishments. Applications from Events Managers, who have worked on wine estates before, are preferred. Due to the location of the property, the chosen candidate must have his/ her own reliable transport. It is essential to be fluent in English and Afrikaans.All applications submitted must contain written proof of employment, supporting documents re training and education completed and a recent photograph please. 4-5 Clear food photos are welcome!Please note, that we can only consider candidates, who are South African Citizens or hold valid South African Permanent Residence Status!Due to the high volume of applications we do handle on a daily basis, we are only able to reply, via e-mail to those candidates, who meet our clients' requirements!