At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan and manage unforgettable events in a stunning Tudor Castle setting.
- Company: Join the prestigious Thornbury Castle, a unique hotel with a rich history.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, tips, 28 days holiday, and a dynamic work environment.
- Other info: Be part of an exciting growth journey in a royal atmosphere.
- Why this job: Create magical experiences for guests while working in a beautifully restored castle.
- Qualifications: 2+ years of event planning experience, preferably in a hotel setting.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 30000 £ per year.
Compensation: GBP 30,000 - GBP 31,000 - yearly Company Description Relais & Chateau at Thornbury Castle are seeking a dynamic and driven
Events Manager to join our professional and hard working team.
Someone who has the passion to deliver a truly memorable and impressive experience for our guests.
You will be working in a unique and beautifully restored Castle, creating 5* experiences for our guests.
About Us Set on 15 acres of beautiful land, Thornbury Castle Hotel is the only Tudor Castle operating as a hotel in England.
The Castle has undergone a multi-million pound refurbishment program bringing back to life the regal grandeur of its past.
Located 20 minutes’ drive from Bristol, it offers 26 rooms and suites, an award-winning restaurant, bar and two unique meeting and conference spaces.
Our company goal is to deliver "refined and personalised hospitality" to enable our hotel to be a place where all guests can relax, enjoy themselves and have a break from normal life.
To feel like royalty in a unique place with unique people. 1 Michelin Key Hotel and 3AA Rosette Restaurant.
Job Description We are looking for a driven, dynamic, and experienced event planner.
The role will be hotel-based, managing the day-to-day diary, planning events and proposals, and supporting the hotel with appointments, show-arounds, and more.
This is an exciting opportunity to be a key part of the hotel’s planned growth over the next couple of years.
Be the first point of contact for all wedding and event enquiries and conversion into actual bookings.
Prepare proposals and contracts, check billings and invoices, and process payments.
Use strong attention to detail to produce accurate internal function sheets.
Ability to identify customers’ needs and respond proactively to all of their concerns Greet all function organisers and the bride for each wedding.
Be the point of contact and fully responsible for the ceremony Sales-driven and able to optimise every sales opportunity Carry out show rounds, organise and attend wedding fairs and internal events to promote the Castle and its unique offerings.
Meet targets, KPI’s, schedules, follow company policies and procedures, and comply with all health and safety regulations.
Effective communication Ability to deal with all enquiries and provide information and quotations via phone and email.
Guest-oriented and service-minded Precise and detail-oriented Full-time, permanent position, 40 hours a week (5 days a week) £30,000 per annum Additional share of the tips and gratuities paid monthly (approximately £2,500 a year) Qualifications Minimum 2 years’ experience of hotel based wedding and events co-ordination.
Preferably experience with Opera or similar.
Additional Information 28 days holiday including
Contact Details:
Thornbury Castle Hotel Limited Recruitment Team
