Function Officer

Frankston City Council

  • Frankston, VIC
  • $43.22 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 3 days ago
Frankston City Council is located on the eastern shores of Port Phillip Bay where the beach meets with the natural landscapes of the Mornington Peninsula. We are a diverse community that provides a vibrant lifestyle along with a growing economic and arts sector.Our leadership team is committed to building an engaged and collaborative culture where innovation and being future focused are the norm. If you want to help shape the future of Frankston, now is the time to join our team!About the positionCouncil's Arts & Culture Department is looking for casual Functions OfficersThe main responsibilities will include:
  • Providing Hospitality Support through the delivery of catering services the service of food and beverage.
  • Undertaking bar service and waiting duties at Events; and
  • Setting up catering requirements for the Function and Events within the Frankston Arts Centre & Council Chamber.
About you
  • As the successful candidate, you will have:
  • Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar role, working in large fast-paced function centres.
  • Availability to work weekends.
  • Bar and barista experience is desirable.
  • Good understanding of event catering.
  • Excellent customer service skills, communication and writing skills.
  • The ability to stay composed in difficult situations; and
  • Current RSA.
Benefits of working at Frankston City CouncilBe part of a workplace that is looking to transform the way that we work and build on our values “Kinder, Fairer, Smarter”. As an employee, you will have access to benefits such as:
  • Access to professional and career development opportunities
  • Employee assistance program
  • Salary sacrifice gym membership at Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre.
This position is a Band 2C currently remunerated at $43.22 per hour, which is inclusive of casual loading.If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or have any questions, please contact James Mavros on Mobile: 0497 641 412 or Email: james.mavros@frankston.vic.gov.auThe position description for this role can be found on the Frankston City Council Careers page.Culture at Frankston City CouncilFrankston City Council respectfully acknowledges the traditional owners, the Bunurong people, as the custodians of the land on which we live and work and their Elders past and present.Council is committed to building a culture that values diversity and promotes a workplace that welcomes and includes the unique contributions of all people. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities. As well as applicants who identify as being Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, are culturally diverse, LGBTQIA+ or who have a disability to apply.We encourage you to talk to us about any adjustments or additional support you may require during the recruitment process, as well as how this role can be flexible for you.Child SafetyFrankston City Council is a Child Safe Organisation and has a zero tolerance for child abuse. Council is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe environment where all children are valued and protected from harm and abuse and will promote a whole of community approach to keeping children safe.At Frankston City Council, protecting children and preventing child abuse is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all councillors, employees, contractors and volunteers. Please refer to the that's located on the Frankston City Council website on the Child Safety Page, for further information.Pre-Employment InformationYou will need to provide evidence of your right to work in Australia, certified copies of your qualifications, a current Driver Licence and Working with Children Check. You must also be willing to provide a Pre-Employment Health Declaration and undertake a National Police Record Check.Advertised: 28 Aug 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 27 Feb 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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