Overview
Event Manager Jobs in City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa at Village n Life
Title: Event Manager
Company: Village n Life
Location: City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Events Manager
This role forms part of the Events team at Village n Life, based in Camps Bay, Cape Town.
The Role
As Event Manager, you’ll be responsible for driving event and banqueting revenue while overseeing the full coordination and delivery of group, corporate and private events across selected Village n Life properties. This is a commercially focused role that balances sales, planning and on-the-ground execution.
You’ll convert enquiries into confirmed business, develop event products and packages, manage key client relationships and ensure every event is delivered smoothly and professionally. The role suits someone who thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment, understands how events impact the wider hotel operation and can keep standards high when pressure is on.
Key Responsibilities
Drive sales and bookings for all events and banqueting products
Convert enquiries into confirmed business through quotations, contracts and follow-ups
Develop and refine event offerings, packages and seasonal promotions
Prepare budgets, forecasts and sales targets for events and functions
Conduct site inspections and client meetings
Coordinate all confirmed events from planning through to execution
Distribute accurate event details to all relevant departments
Work closely with Operations, F&B, Kitchen, Front Office and Finance
Manage relationships with key suppliers, partners and service providers
Oversee weddings and private events, including full coordination
Monitor event profitability, costs and operational efficiency
Compile regular reports on bookings, revenue and performance
Ensure compliance with health, safety and fire regulations
Maintain a high level of guest satisfaction and resolve issues promptly
Represent the events function during senior duty or operational shifts when required
What We’re Looking For
Grade 12 or equivalent
Diploma or qualification in Events, Hospitality or Food & Beverage preferred
Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in a similar events or banqueting role within hospitality
Wedding coordination experience is essential
Strong understanding of hotel events, banqueting and conferencing operations
Confident with quoting, contracting and budget management
Comfortable working with PMS or event systems (Opera advantageous)
Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
Calm under pressure with the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously
Clear communicator who builds strong relationships across departments
Flexible to work weekends, evenings and public holidays as required
What We Offer
Career growth within a dynamic, multi-property hospitality group
Exposure to a wide range of events across hotels, leisure and lifestyle venues
Opportunity to shape and grow the group’s events offering
Competitive package aligned with experience
Job Locations: Camps Bay
Job Categories: Events
Job Types: Full-time
Experience Levels: Mid to Senior level
Job Properties: The Bay Hotel