Wedding Specialist

About Capella Hotels and Resorts

Capella Hotels and Resorts embody excellence in the craft of hospitality. Our vision is to combine tradition, discovery, individuality, and a twist of the unexpected to create the perfect stay for each guest. Our destinations are designed by world-renowned architects. Our restaurants offer authentic flavours imaginatively reinvented. From the Auriga spas to each location's dedicated and personal guest services, the Capella spirit is holistic, generous, and bespoke.

About Capella Sydney

Capella Sydney is the culmination of a stunning transformation of the heritage-listed Department of Education sandstone building, into a luxury hotel that welcomes guests and patrons alike into the impressive building for the first time in history. Delivering a guest experience unlike any other paired with lavish amenities, magnificent architecture and refined interiors, Capella Sydney has become the ultimate destination hotel for both local and international guests alike, establishing it as one of the finest hotels in the world.

Position Summary

The Wedding Specialist provides an extremely high level of professional service and customer focus to all Weddings and associated events and the clients which, in turn, maximizes hotel revenue and profitability by providing administrative and planning support to the Event Sales & Planning department. 

The Role

• Sell, plan and manage Weddings and associated events from initial contact with the client to on the day attendance.
• Follow all Capella Events Standards when assisting the department to prepare proposals and contracts, providing administrative support and creating internal Event Confirmations.
• Driving sales by preparing accurate and timely proposals and contracts covering venues, menus and accommodation.
• Drive Wedding and social event revenue results for Capella Sydney and The Lands by Capella.
• Be present on the day to ensure smooth execution of each Wedding or associated event.
• Conduct site inspections of our venues ensuring brand standards, service quality and guest satisfaction are upheld.

Talent Profile

• Hospitality or Sales/ Marketing tertiary qualifications are preferred.

• Experiences:2-year previous wedding sales / planning / coordination experience in luxury hotels/resorts or hospitality sector.

• Knowledge of Hotel Property and Catering Management Systems (OPERA & Delphi).

• Proficient in Social Tables, MS Word, Excel, Outlook.

• In-depth understanding of events processes and execution requirements.

• Valid working rights in Australia.

Working with Capella Sydney

• Join a vibrant and nurturing workplace.
• Work in elegantly designed areas while enjoying amenities in a historic building.
• Benefit from online LinkedIn training courses aimed at your personal and professional growth.
• Savour complimentary meals during your shifts.
• Enjoy discounts for hotels and group bookings.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides confidential counselling and support.
• Celebrate your birthday with a special leave.
• Embrace opportunities for growth and advancement within the organisation.

* We appreciate your understanding that we will only be able to contact shortlisted candidates.