At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage stunning weddings and events in a breathtaking Victorian mansion.
- Company: Easthampstead Park Hotel, a prestigious venue with elegance and charm.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, tips, and the chance to work in a beautiful setting.
- Other info: Dynamic role with late nights and weekends, perfect for those who thrive in vibrant environments.
- Why this job: Be part of unforgettable celebrations and create lasting memories for clients.
- Qualifications: Experience in hospitality, excellent communication, and leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 32000 - 32000 £ per year.
Easthampstead Park is situated in a breathtaking Grade II listed Victorian mansion. Our prestigious venue offers a captivating blend of elegance and natural beauty. Steeped in history and charm, this magnificent property provides the perfect setting for a wide range of conferences, meetings, training workshops, and unforgettable team retreats. Our grounds and mansion are also renowned for hosting stunning weddings & celebrations for up to 500 guests, boasting an enchanting wedding pavilion, resplendent original stained-glass window, a sophisticated Downshire ballroom, as well as our stunning King Suite, the largest event space in Berkshire, catering for up to 500 people.
We are seeking a dynamic Operational Wedding and Events Manager to run weddings and events in our stunning hotel. You will need positive energy, excellent communication skills, a passion for service excellence and be of immaculate presentation.
PLEASE NOTE: This is an operational role which often includes late nights and weekends when you are running a wedding or event. It can be physically demanding and is not an office-based administrative role.
Primary Responsibilities
- Operating all conferencing, weddings and banqueting on site.
- Organising and conducting training in line with brand standards.
- Leading the conference and banqueting team in delivering a first class service at all events.
- The set up and tear down of all event rooms in line with function requirements.
- Meeting and greeting clients to build and develop a lasting relationship.
- Working in line with the sales team to ensure a smooth transition from time of enquiry to time of leaving.
Skills/Experience
- Excellent maths and English.
- Hotel / Hospitality background.
- Team leader experience.
- Knowledge of Opera, preferred but not essential.
- Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook etc.
- Excellent written and oral communication – must be confident and articulate.
- Creative – originality and new ideas highly valued.
- Eye for design with high attention to detail.
- Well organised.
- Very well presented in keeping with client expectations in a four star Hotel.
Job Type: Full-time 45 hpw
Salary: Up to £32,000 per annum plus tips (dependent on experience)
Weddings & Events Manager - Easthampstead Park Hotel Wokingham in Bracknell employer: Easthampstead Park Hotel & Wedding Venue
Easthampstead Park Hotel is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to work in a stunning Grade II listed Victorian mansion surrounded by natural beauty. Our supportive work culture prioritises employee growth and development, providing flexible zero-hour contracts that accommodate various schedules, including weekends. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that takes pride in maintaining the elegance of our prestigious venue, while enjoying the benefits of working in a historic and enchanting environment.
Contact Details:
Easthampstead Park Hotel & Wedding Venue Recruitment Team
