Events Coordinator

$70,000 + Super

- Bring events to life inside the legendary, heritage-listed halls of Old Parliament House
- Enjoy a highly diverse and hands-on role managing both large- and small-scale events
- Thrive in a supportive, tight-knit team environment that values work-life balance

Restaurant Associates has an enviable track record, working with some of the most prestigious venues and corporations in the world. From grand gala events, corporate cocktail parties to intimate gatherings, we provide bespoke food solutions and exceptional dining experiences. Old Parliament House is a spectacular, historic and unique venue which caters for conferences, gala dinners, cocktails, weddings and public events. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a world-class venue with a talented team of events professionals.

The Position

- Coordinate and deliver high-quality events, functions, and dining operations while acting as the primary liaison for internal and external clients.
- Develop comprehensive event plans, including compiling detailed run sheets, designing floorplans, and managing the invoicing process.
- Facilitate the seamless, end-to-end execution of all on-site events and functions.
- Liaise directly with kitchen and service teams during weekly run sheet meetings to align on room setups and menu requirements.
- Conduct post-event follow-up correspondence with clients and proactively manage feedback to ensure continuous improvement.




- Deliver exceptional customer service by providing a warm, friendly, and welcoming experience for all clients and guests.
- Provide high-level administrative support to the site’s senior management team.
- Maintain strict compliance with the established Our Safety Culture framework across all operations.

The Person

- Articulate and professional communicator adept at managing high-profile VIPs, corporate clients, and cross-functional event teams.
- Polished and commanding presence with an authoritative yet highly approachable demeanor that anchors the event floor.
- Meticulous multi-tasker skilled in overseeing complex logistics, sharp attention to detail, and large-scale team management.
- Proactive and guest-centric coordinator dedicated to delivering exceptional attendee satisfaction and rapid inquiry resolution.
- Calm and adaptable problem-solver who thrives under pressure and successfully navigates fast-paced, high-stakes environments.

The Advantages

- Multiple salary packaging options to make your dollar go further.
- 12 weeks of paid parental leave for primary caregivers.
- Access to 100+ retail discounts.
- Clear career paths and support to achieve your goals.
- We are an ecological and socially forward operation – committed to minimising food waste and single use plastic.

If you have any questions, please email [email protected]

📌 Events Coordinator (Canberra)
🏢 Compass Group Australia
📍 Canberra