Conference and Events Assistant

Valor Hospitality Careers UK; Plymouth; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company is seeking a Conference and Events Assistant in Plymouth to deliver exceptional guest experiences. This role involves setting up event spaces, managing audiovisual systems, and serving banquets. With flexible hours and competitive pay, it's an opportunity to grow within a dynamic team.

Benefits

Exclusive discounts at UK hotels

Discounted stays for friends and family

50% dining discount in restaurants and bars

Free meals on duty

Access to high-street discounts

Cycle To Work Scheme savings

Generous refer-a-friend bonuses

Wellness activities and support

Healthcare Cash Plan options

Fully funded apprenticeship programmes

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality or event management is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Set up meeting spaces for events ranging from 6 to 400 guests.
• Manage audiovisual systems and oversee conference café.
• Serve banquets for up to 180 guests.

Skills

Customer Service

Event Management

Audiovisual Management

Job description

Conference and Events Assistant - Casual

£12.21 Per Hour + Service Charge, Occasional Worker Agreement

We are seeking Conference and Events Assistants to join our team, delivering exceptional experiences to our guests. Your responsibilities will include setting up meeting spaces for events ranging from 6 to 400 guests, managing audiovisual systems, and overseeing our conference café. You will also have the opportunity to serve banquets for up to 180 guests.

We value dedicated individuals who provide outstanding customer service with a warm and personable touch. Joining our team means becoming a vital part of our hospitality family at Hotalitarian’s.

Our operation runs 7 days a week, 365 days a year, offering flexible shifts and hours, especially during evenings and weekends. Shift patterns and contracted hours are flexible and can be discussed at interview. We also offer nationally recognized apprenticeships alongside comprehensive brand training, which can be viewed on our careers pages.

In addition to competitive pay, we offer a range of benefits:

• Exclusive discounts at our UK hotels, with rooms from just £30 B&B
• Discounted stays for friends and family
• 50% dining discount in our restaurants and bars
• Free meals on duty
• Access to high-street discounts on shops, experiences, and more
• Up to 40% savings with our Cycle To Work Scheme
• Generous refer-a-friend bonuses starting at £250

We care about your health and wellbeing, offering:

• A calendar of wellness activities, including healthy lunches, walks, and pay day treats
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for confidential support 24/7
• Healthcare Cash Plan options from £5 per month

We support your career growth with:

• Fully funded apprenticeship programmes
• Internal development opportunities
• Monthly and annual service awards to recognize your achievements

Valor Hospitality is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

With 34 hotels across the UK, including brands like Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, Hilton Garden Inn, and Marriott, we are expanding with three new luxury 5-star hotels planned for 2024.