Cluster Meeting & Events Executive

Hotel Du Vin; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier hospitality chain seeks a Cluster Meeting & Events Executive in Cheltenham to manage event inquiries and maximize revenue through client engagements. Ideal candidates will be organized, detail-oriented, and possess excellent communication skills. Experience in similar roles is a plus, but a positive attitude and adaptability are essential. Competitive perks offered including discounted room rates and wellness programs.

Benefits

Discounted staff room rates

Discounted friends and family room rate

35% off dining bills

Fully funded apprenticeship programs

Cycle to work scheme

Healthcare cash plans

Referral bonuses

Complimentary stays on anniversary

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in managing events or hospitality roles preferred.
• Positive and proactive personality.

Responsibilities

• Handle inbound enquiries and plan events.
• Assist the M&E Manager in maximizing room occupancy.
• Optimize client relationships and manager interactions.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Ability to think on your feet

Job description

Job title: Cluster Meeting & Events Executive, Malmaison & Hotel Du Vin. Fixed Term Contract. Cheltenham. A fantastic opportunity to help maximize the Meeting & Events across the Malmaison & Hotel Du Vin properties in Cheltenham.

Handling inbound enquiries and ensuring the smooth planning and implementation of all events taking place across Malmaison and Hotel Du Vin ...... this role is perfect for somebody looking to step up from a single site M&E Executive role.

You will be assisting the M&E Manager in driving revenue by maximising meeting room occupancy and driving catering revenue. You will be working to optimize client relationships and the relationships with other key managers in across the two hotels.

This role will suit a organised self starter who has excellent communication skills and an eye for detail. Experience of working in a similar property would be beneficial but a positive personality and the ability to think on your feet is essential.

In addition to competitive rates of pay we offer:

• Heavily discounted Staff Room Rates at Malmaison, Hotel du Vin and Frasers Hospitality with rooms available from £65 per night.
• Discounted Friends and Family Room Rate with 50% off best available rate.
• 35% off your bill when you dine in our Brasseries and Bistros
• Fully funded Apprenticeship programmes that support you in developing your career
• High Street Discounts on a range of high street shops, experiences, holidays and much much more
• Cycle to work scheme – save up to 40% on a wide range of bikes
• Healthcare Cash Plans - dental, optical, medical and more available from £5 per month
• Referral schemes that pay up to £1500 (just for getting your mates jobs!)
• A decent uniform that doesn’t make you look like an extra from a 70s TV sitcom.
• We have a Wellness & National Campaign Days Calendar which promotes and encourages activities like – Pay Day Lunches/Treats, National Popcorn Day, Mental Health Awareness week and more
• We work with Wagestream giving instant access to your pay as it’s earnt. Wagestream is a tool for everyday life that lets you get paid your way by letting you track your wages in real time, stream up to 50% of the money you’re already earned, learn easy tips to manage your money better and save direct from your salary
• We also offer complimentary stays on your 1st, 3rd and 5th anniversary with Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
• We are a proud sponsor of The Brain Charity, helping people with all forms of neurological conditions to lead longer, healthier, happier lives.
• Employee Assistance Programme– free, confidential advice available 24/7 to you and your family

Our Sustainability Goals:

• 100% of our electricity is generated using renewable energy with most of it coming from Wind Farms around the UK
• We recycle a minimum of 70% of the waste from our hotels. This target is achieved by everyone in the hotel focusing on the waste we produce and is championed by our Sustainability Council who work on project year round
• We have moved to a chemical free cleaning system in our bedrooms and public areas and an enzyme based eco-friendly system for our kitchens.
• Volunteer to work for sustainable charities 2 days per year on full pay instead of your normal workplace

Interested?? Frasers Hospitality, Malmaison & Hotel Du Vin are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.