Cluster Meetings & Events Manager, Hotel Du Vin

Hotel Du Vin; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Hotel Du Vin is seeking a Cluster Meetings & Events Manager to enhance revenue across its properties in Bristol. This role involves managing event schedules and optimizing occupancy, with significant interaction with guests and hotel teams. Competitive pay, bonuses, and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Discounted Staff Room Rates

35% off dining in Brasseries and Bistros

Fully funded Apprenticeship programmes

Cycle to work scheme

Healthcare Cash Plans

Referral schemes

Complimentary stays for anniversaries

Private Medical Healthcare

Bonus Plan based on KPIs

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Proactive and organized individual with effective communication skills.
• Experience in event management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maximize revenue by driving meeting room occupancy.
• Ensure smooth running of meetings and events across two properties.
• Develop relationships with guests and management teams.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Proactive attitude

Job description

Cluster Meetings & Events Manager, Hotel Du Vin

Rate of Pay / Hours: Up to £40,000 OTE per Annum including Bonus plus Generous Company Benefits, Learning & Development

Type of Contract: Permanent

Location: Bristol

A fantastic opportunity to help maximize the revenue across the two Hotel Du Vin properties in Bristol, the iconic Avon Gorge by Hotel Du Vin and the historic Hotel Du Vin City Centre.

As Cluster Meeting & Events Manager at Hotel Du Vin, you will be maximising revenue by driving meeting room occupancy, ensuring that all bookings are in the best interest of the hotels and that the spaces sold suit the opportunity and align with the business needs.

Reporting into the Head of Meeting and Events and the General Managers of the hotels, you will work alongside the Central Sales Office to support the conversion of all inquiries. Developing relationships with guests and management teams across both properties will be key to ensuring the smooth running of all meetings and events.

No two days will be the same as a Cluster Meeting & Events Manager, as you will be spreading your time across two properties and managing the events scheduled. You will need to be an organized and motivated individual who is proactive with good communication skills both verbally and in writing.

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 the best available rate.
• 35% off your bill when dining in our Brasseries and Bistros.
• Fully funded Apprenticeship programmes to support your career development.
• High Street Discounts on a range of shops, experiences, holidays, and more.
• Cycle to work scheme – save up to 40% on bikes.
• Healthcare Cash Plans – dental, optical, medical, and more from £5 per month.
• Referral schemes paying up to £1500 for successful employee referrals.
• A Wellness & National Campaign Days Calendar promoting activities like Pay Day Lunches, National Popcorn Day, Mental Health Awareness Week, and more.
• Wagestream – giving instant access to your earned wages, allowing you to track, stream, and manage your money better.
• Complimentary stays on your 1st, 3rd, and 5th anniversaries, including Dinner, Bed & Breakfast.
• Support for charitable causes, including sponsorship of The Brain Charity, aiding those with neurological conditions.
• Employee Assistance Programme – free, confidential advice available 24/7 to you and your family.

Upon completing your probation, additional benefits include:

• Private Medical Healthcare
• Bonus Plan based on clear KPIs
• Critical Illness Cover
• Life Assurance

Our Sustainability Goals:

• 100% of our electricity is generated using renewable energy, mainly from UK Wind Farms.
• Recycling at least 70% of hotel waste, championed by our Sustainability Council.
• Transition to chemical-free cleaning systems and eco-friendly kitchen practices.
• Volunteering for sustainable charities for 2 days per year on full pay.