Key Skills

Job Description

An enquiry comes in, the first ideas start to take shape and, little by little, an event comes to life. From a business meeting to a wedding, private dinner or another special occasion: you make sure everything is taken care of from the initial enquiry right through to the event itself. Welcome to Piatti Beach! Piatti is a unique beachfront location in Zandvoort, where Italian gastronomy, hospitality and the beach come together. We’re open 365 days a year, welcoming guests for breakfast, lunch, drinks and dinner. In addition, Piatti offers a versatile setting for corporate events, private parties, weddings and other special occasions. With our unique location, Italian cuisine and personal service, we create special moments and unforgettable experiences for our guests. And that’s where we need you. Ciao, you! As Junior Sales & Event Manager, you’re the point of contact for all enquiries relating to social, private, corporate and celebratory events. You guide guests from the very first contact, think along with them about the possibilities at Piatti and make sure all the details ultimately come together in a well-organised event. You’ll be in regular contact with guests, colleagues and external partners. You keep the planning and event calendar up to date, make sure all information is complete and translate the guest’s wishes and agreements into a clear event sheet for the kitchen and floor team. You’re involved throughout the entire process: from the first phone call or email to the proposal, preparation, execution and final follow-up with the guest. What you’ll do: Sales & enquiries Act as the first point of contact for enquiries about social, private, corporate and celebratory events Handle enquiries coming in by phone, email, our website and platforms such as Meetingselect and Inspirerende Locaties Preferably make initial contact by phone as the quickest and most personal way to connect Gather as much information as possible about the guest’s wishes and requirements Think along with guests about the possibilities at Piatti and create a suitable proposal, quotation or package Actively follow up on open enquiries and work towards converting as many enquiries as possible into bookings Handle all information from our guests and clients with care and confidentiality Planning & execution Once an event is confirmed, develop the planning further and make sure all information is processed correctly Keep the event calendar and all event information complete and up to date Coordinate external suppliers and services, such as lighting and sound, DJs, styling and other event requirements Translate all agreements, wishes and details into a clear event sheet for the kitchen and floor team Go through the event sheet with the team before the event, making sure everyone knows what has been agreed and understands their role and responsibilities Give the guest a warm welcome and ensure a great start to the event, while also coordinating throughout the event itself Internal evaluation Briefly evaluate the event with the team afterwards Discuss and communicate any points for improvement or things to follow up on Pricing & administration Agree on pricing with the guest, including minimum spend requirements and venue hire Prepare quotations and proposals and submit them for review and approval Send the approved quotation or proposal to the guest Prepare invoices and submit them for review and approval Guest follow-up Send the final invoice and thank the guest for their trust What we’re looking for: You’re enthusiastic. You’re organised. You keep an overview. You enjoy thinking along with guests and make sure you really understand what they have in mind. You work accurately, actively follow up on enquiries and enjoy managing several events at the same time. You’re comfortable switching between different people and parties and make sure agreements and information are clearly recorded and communicated. You handle guest and client information with care and like knowing that everything is well organised. You’re flexible and available during weekdays as well as evenings and weekends, combining office-based work with being present on the floor during events themselves. What you’ll get from us: A unique workplace right by the sea, at a versatile location where no two events are the same. You’ll work on corporate meetings, private parties, weddings and other special occasions and be involved throughout the entire journey, from the initial enquiry to the final follow-up. You’ll have a varied role where sales, planning, guest contact and event execution come together. Together with the team, you’ll make sure everything behind the scenes is taken care of, so our guests can enjoy a truly special experience. Would you love to guide events at Piatti Beach from the initial enquiry through to execution and help create special moments for our guests? Send us your CV and a short motivation. Tell us who you are, why you think this role suits you and why you’d love to work at Piatti. Ci vediamo a Piatti!

Core Responsibilities

Manage event enquiries from initial contact through proposals, booking, planning, execution, and guest follow-up. Coordinate suppliers and internal teams, maintain accurate event records, prepare pricing documents and invoices, and help ensure events run smoothly.

Requirements

The candidate should be enthusiastic, organized, accurate, and able to manage multiple events while communicating clearly with guests, colleagues, and external partners. Flexibility to work weekdays, evenings, and weekends, including on-site during events, is expected; no specific education or years of experience are stated.