Assistant Conference and Banqueting Manager - TEMPORARY

N.E. Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Conference and Banqueting Manager for a temporary position in Eastbourne. This role is essential for ensuring the smooth running of events, from weddings to private dinners. You will work closely with the Conference and Banqueting Manager, overseeing event organisation, staff training, and maintaining high service standards. If you have a keen eye for detail, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to remain calm under pressure, this opportunity is perfect for you. Live-in options are available, making this a flexible and exciting role for the right candidate.

Benefits

Live-in accommodation available

Competitive hourly pay

Qualifications

• Experience in Conference & Banqueting operations or as a Duty Manager.
• Excellent customer service skills and a positive personality.

Responsibilities

• Organise meetings and events including weddings and seminars.
• Ensure function rooms are serviced and staff are trained.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Time Management

Event Planning

Attention to Detail

Calm Under Pressure

Job description

Assistant Conference and Banqueting Manager (TEMPORARY), required for our client, a hotel, located in the Eastbourne area. Live in is available if required. IMMEDIATE START. Possibly 2 to 3 months duration.

The role of Assistant Conference & Banqueting Manager, is a key management role within the hotel. You will be working alongside the Conference and Banqueting Manager, ensuring the smooth running of events through good planning and time management. You will also deputise for the Conference and Banqueting Manager in their absence.

Responsibilities for the role of Assistant Conference and Banqueting Manager:

• You will ensure the smooth and efficient organisation of meetings and events including weddings, private dinners, seminars and parties.
• Along with the team, you will ensure that function rooms are correctly serviced and set up as well as preparing staff rosters and staff training ensuring that the department gives the highest standards of service and customer care to maximise sales revenue.
• This role also includes carrying our Duty Management shifts on the duty management rota.

Requirements for the role of Assistant Conference and Banqueting Manager:

• Previous experience within C&B operations or as a Duty Manager or Supervisor in a Food and Beverage department preferred.
• Polite and personable with excellent customer service skills.
• Well-presented and impeccably groomed with a great eye for detail.
• Good command of the English language, both written and verbal.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• A positive personality and service with a smile.

Salary for the role of Assistant Conference and Banqueting Manager, is given as COMPETITIVE paid hourly. Live in is available with this role.

For the live out role, transport will be required due to the shift work, unless you live in the local area.

Please send an up to date copy of your Curriculum Vitae.

N.E. Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

We look forward to receiving all applications however due to the high number of applications we are only able to contact candidates which closely match the level of skills and experience of the requirements of our clients. However for more information or opportunities please contact us or forward your cv for consideration.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK