Work-Force
An opportunity has arisen for a Banqueting Coordinator in Kempton Park. Suitably qualified candidates from across Gauteng are invited to apply.
Overview
This Banqueting Coordinator role sits within the hospitality jobs function in Kempton Park. It offers a defined scope, clear measures of success, and the support of an experienced team across Gauteng.
The role suits a candidate who values consistency and clear communication. The Kempton Park operation runs on accurate work, steady relationships and a genuine respect for the people in the team.
Quality is everyone’s job. Whether the Banqueting Coordinator is processing a transaction, supporting a colleague or handling a customer query, the standard expected in Gauteng is consistently high and consistently fair.
Tools, systems and information are there to support the role rather than slow it down. The company continues to invest in the technology that backs its Kempton Park teams, and the new Banqueting Coordinator will feel that from the first week.
Stakeholders for this position include line managers, peers across the hospitality jobs team and trusted external partners. Building those relationships early makes the next twelve months in Kempton Park much easier.
About the Team
Practically speaking, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Kempton Park office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when Gauteng operations get busy.
Equally, the team mix in Kempton Park reflects a balance of experienced operators and emerging talent, with deliberate space for diverse voices and backgrounds.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.
Growing With Us
Crucially, this role can grow with you. Strong performers in the hospitality jobs team in Kempton Park have moved into senior, supervisory and specialist positions, and that journey is supported through coaching, training and exposure to bigger projects.
Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Kempton Park have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Gauteng.
Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Kempton Park team member.
Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.
Based in Kempton Park
Kempton Park continues to grow as an employment hub in Gauteng, with in the heart of the Rosebank business precinct. This role gives you a foothold in one of its busier business communities, with access to the local services, suppliers and partners that keep the work moving.
Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Kempton Park.
Many candidates already living within reach of Kempton Park cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Gauteng economy.
If you are relocating, the team can share practical pointers on neighbourhoods, transport and the typical pace of life in Kempton Park, Gauteng.
Your Workplace
On top of that, the environment is service-led and people-centred. Expect varied hours, a high tempo during peaks, and a team culture built on hospitality and pride in the guest experience.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Kempton Park site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
In addition, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.
A respectful, professional environment is the standard in Gauteng. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is reasonable accommodation supported for applicants with disabilities?
Yes. The hiring team is committed to inclusive recruitment and engages on reasonable accommodation as part of the process.
Are reference and background checks conducted?
Equally, yes. Reference, criminal and qualification checks are part of the standard pre-employment process.
What shift patterns apply to this role?
Shift patterns vary by site, but the role typically follows the standard operational hours of the relevant branch. The hiring team will walk you through the specifics during the interview.
What We Offer
You will join a team that values respectful collaboration, honest feedback and shared wins. The Kempton Park colleagues take pride in supporting one another and in doing the hospitality jobs side of the business properly, day in and day out.
Practically speaking, the company reinvests in its people: paid training, internal moves and the chance to take on bigger projects are all part of how careers in Kempton Park keep progressing.
Benefits are clear and consistent. Beyond the package on offer, the role includes the supports you would expect from an established South African employer in Gauteng.
Recognition matters here. Strong performers are noticed quickly, and many promotions across the business have started in the Kempton Park teams.
Diversity and Inclusion
Beyond that, the organisation is committed to transformation and equal opportunity. Hiring is on merit, and applications are actively encouraged from women, youth, people with disabilities and other historically disadvantaged groups in line with the Employment Equity plan and B-BBEE objectives.
B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.
Practical steps back the words. Structured EE reporting, transformation initiatives and learnership programmes give real opportunities to candidates from across Gauteng.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Kempton Park.
A Typical Day
Your shift usually starts with a brief from the duty manager, a quick station check and a look at the day’s bookings or specials. As guests arrive, you slip into a steady rhythm — warm welcomes, accurate orders and seamless coordination with the kitchen and bar. Service peaks demand calm focus and tight teamwork, and quieter moments are spent resetting tables, polishing glassware or training a new starter. When the last guest leaves happy, you know you have delivered a memorable hospitality experience.
Equally, the rhythm rewards people who plan ahead but also pivot quickly when Gauteng operations throw up the unexpected.
No two days look exactly the same — and that variety is part of what keeps the role engaging for the right candidate in Kempton Park.
Crucially, the Kempton Park office buzzes through peak hours and settles into focused, productive lulls in between, giving you time to plan and reset before the next stretch of work.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Comply with food safety, hygiene and health regulations at all times
- Take orders accurately and deliver food and beverages to standard
- Set up rooms, function venues and outlets ahead of guest arrivals
- Welcome guests warmly and ensure a smooth check-in and check-out experience
- Drive guest satisfaction scores and online review ratings
- Respond promptly to guest requests, complaints and special needs
- Operate point-of-sale systems and reconcile end-of-shift takings
- Support events, banquets and conference operations
Essential Criteria
- Ability to work shifts, weekends and public holidays
- Genuine passion for hospitality, food and creating memorable experiences
- Sound knowledge of food safety and HACCP principles
- Strong customer service orientation and warm guest interaction
- Computer literacy and experience with POS systems
- Ability to remain calm and gracious under pressure
Practically speaking, if your CV speaks to the points above, this role is worth a closer look.