Job Description
Reporting to the General Manager, the Functions & Hospitality Manager is responsible for the planning, coordination, and delivery of all Club functions and events, while overseeing the day-to-day operation of hospitality and bar services. This hands-on leadership role combines event sales, venue operations, team leadership, customer experience, and commercial performance. The successful candidate will play a key role in growing function revenue, strengthening the Club's hospitality offering, and enhancing the experience of members and guests.
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Key responsibilities
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Manage the end-to-end functions process, from enquiry through to event delivery and post-event follow-up
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Coordinate weddings, celebrations, corporate events, conferences, member functions, and Club events
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Meet with prospective clients and prepare proposals, quotations, and event plans
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Actively drive function sales and develop strategies to increase bookings and revenue
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Maintain and develop function packages, pricing structures, and promotional material
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Ensure all events are delivered to a high standard and exceed customer expectations
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Oversee daily hospitality and bar operations
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Deliver exceptional customer service standards across all hospitality areas
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Manage beverage purchasing, stock control, inventory, and supplier relationships
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Monitor beverage margins and identify opportunities to improve profitability
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About you
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Demonstrated experience in hospitality, events, venue, or functions management
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Solid sales and relationship management skills
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Excellent organisational and time management abilities
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Outstanding communication and customer service skills
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Experience leading and developing hospitality teams
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Sound commercial and financial acumen
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High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
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A flexible approach to working evenings, weekends, and major Club events
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Responsible Person Badge
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Current Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA)
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About us
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The Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia is one of South Australia's premier sailing and boating clubs, located on the waterfront at North Haven, delivering a diverse range of member events, private functions, corporate gatherings, sailing regattas, and hospitality experiences.

📌 Function & Hospitality Manager (South Australia)
🏢 CYCSA
📍 South Australia