Events Coordinator

About the role

A full-time, non-management Events Coordinator position at a Westin hotel in Doha, Qatar. The role covers meeting guests before events, preparing banquet orders and supporting the team to deliver smooth events.

Key responsibilities

• Meet group coordinators and hosts before functions, make introductions and ensure arrangements are agreeable.
• Read and analyse banquet event orders to gather guest information, plan set-up, timelines, buffet and action station requirements and other special requests.
• Follow up on special arrangements to ensure compliance.
• Follow company, safety and security policies, report accidents and injuries, complete safety training and certifications, and keep a clean, professional appearance.
• Welcome guests according to company standards, anticipate their service needs and thank them sincerely.
• Maintain positive working relationships, uphold quality standards and read and verify information in various formats.
• Perform other reasonable duties requested by supervisors.

Required profile

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• At least 1 year of related work experience.
• No supervisory experience required.
• Ability to stand, sit or walk for long periods, lift up to 25 pounds, move through narrow or elevated spaces and work on uneven surfaces.