Reservations and Functions Coordinator

2 weeks ago


Cape Town, South Africa HotelJobs.co.za Full time

**Job Title**: Reservations and Functions Coordinator

**Company**: Sweet Heart of The Rodeo

**Location**: Cape Town

**About Us**:
Sweet Heart of The Rodeo is a renowned group known for its commitment to delivering exceptional dining experiences. With a diverse portfolio of restaurants (Sevruga, Grand Pavilion, Harry’s Bar, Fancy Franks) offering a range of cuisines and atmospheres, we take pride in providing top-notch service and unforgettable moments to our valued guests.

**Job Summary**:
As the Reservations and Functions Coordinator at Sweet Heart of The Rodeo you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of our restaurants' reservation systems and the success of private events and functions. You will be responsible for managing reservations, coordinating private events, and optimizing table turnover to maximize revenue while providing outstanding customer service.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- ** Reservation Management**:

- Maintain an accurate and up-to-date reservations system.
- Strategically allocate tables to optimise restaurant capacity and guest satisfaction.
- Assist guests with special requests, dietary restrictions, and preferences to ensure a memorable dining experience.
- ** Private Event Coordination**:

- Collaborate with event planners and clients to organize private functions, parties, and special events.
- Customise menus, room setups, and event details to meet client needs.
- Oversee the seamless execution of private events, ensuring they meet or exceed expectations.
- Provide on-site support during key events to address any issues and ensure client satisfaction.
- ** Guest Relations**:

- Build and maintain positive relationships with guests, regular patrons, and event clients.
- Address guest feedback and complaints promptly and professionally, seeking resolution when necessary.
- Act as a liaison between the restaurant staff and guests to ensure smooth communication.
- ** Team Leadership**:

- Recruit, train, and supervise a team of reservationists and event staff.
- Set performance expectations, provide ongoing coaching, and conduct regular performance reviews.
- Foster a collaborative and positive work environment that encourages teamwork and excellence.
- ** Revenue Optimisation**:

- Monitor and analyse reservation trends, adjusting staffing levels and table allocations as needed.
- Implement strategies to increase table turnover and maximise revenue while maintaining service quality.
- Work with the marketing team to promote special events and private dining options.

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor's degree or relevant industry experience.
- Proven experience in restaurant reservation management and event coordination.
- Strong administrative, organisational and time-management skills.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
- Proficiency in reservation management software
- Leadership and team management experience is a plus.

**Benefits**:

- Competitive market related salary.
- Opportunities for career advancement within our growing restaurant group.
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

**How to Apply**:
If you are passionate about providing exceptional dining experiences and have the skills and experience to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume detailing your qualifications for the Reservations and Functions Coordinator position.

Sweet Heart of The Rodeo is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.



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