Bistro & Events Manager: Lead Dining & Conferences

Courtyard by Marriott; Exeter; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals - Complimentary Meals in canteen

Private Medical

Life Insurance

Holiday - 23 days + holidays

Company Enhanced Pension Scheme

Take Care emotional wellbeing

Awards and Recognition Celebrations

BenefitHub discounts

Global Marriott Hotel Discounts

F&B Discounts 20%

Job summary

Courtyard by Marriott Exeter Sandy Park is seeking an experienced Bistro & Events Manager to lead our 3rd floor space, which hosts conferences and events and a casual dining offering, Kitchen & Bistro, while delivering exceptional guest experiences and maintaining Marriott brand standards.

You will manage daily operations, coordinate with sales for events, and work with the kitchen to develop menus, manage allergens, and enhance guest offerings.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in food & beverage and conference & events management.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operation of the Bistro and conference spaces.
• Liaise with sales teams to ensure all event requirements and service expectations are met.
• Work with the kitchen team to develop menus and maintain allergen information.
• Ensure consistent delivery of Marriott brand standards.
• Lead and coach the team, managing staffing and performance.

Skills

Leadership

Event management

Food & beverage ops

Menu development

Allergen management

Payroll systems

Tools

Fourth

Purchase Warrior

Job description

Courtyard by Marriott Exeter Sandy Park is seeking an experienced Bistro & Events Manager to lead our 3rd floor space, which hosts conferences and events and a casual dining offering, Kitchen & Bistro, while delivering exceptional guest experiences and maintaining Marriott brand standards.

You will manage daily operations, coordinate with sales for events, and work with the kitchen to develop menus, manage allergens, and enhance guest offerings.