Conference & Banqueting Assistant

De-Vere-Wokefield-Estate; Reading; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on duty

Leisure Club access

Employee discounts

Career progression

Apprenticeship programs

Study support

EAP & wellbeing

Job summary

De Vere Wokefield Estate is seeking a Conference & Banqueting Assistant to help set up and clear event spaces for weddings, awards nights and conferences. You will move equipment safely and assist with service to ensure guests have a memorable experience. Full training is provided and applicants must be over 18.

The role offers varied shifts in a busy, team-based environment with benefits including meals on duty and access to leisure facilities.

Qualifications

• Must be over 18 to apply for this position.
• Experience in events is helpful but not required as full training is provided.
• Strong service standards to ensure memorable guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setting up and clearing down event spaces for weddings, awards nights, and conferences.
• Help move equipment safely and ensure fixtures and fittings are well maintained.
• Support event service to ensure guests have a great experience and memorable moments.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Team player

Multitask

Job description

Are you keen to be part of an events team and help create memorable experiences?

We are recruiting for Conference & Banqueting Assistant to join our team at De Vere Wokefield Estate in Mortimer, Reading.

As an Conference & Banqueting Assistant you will help with setting up and clearing down all our event spaces whether it be for a wedding, awards night or conference making sure every detail is considered. This will involve lifting event equipment onto a trolley and moving it to the correct location safely to ensure fixtures, fittings and equipment are all maintained in perfect working order and impeccably clean. You will also support with the event service helping to ensure our guests have a great experience and that memorable moments are created.

You will need to be over 18 to apply for this position.

What we look for in an Conference & Banqueting Assistant:

• A keen eye for detail to ensure that every event is set up to perfection
• Someone motivated by delivering high standards of service to ensure each and every guest has a memorable experience
• Someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, juggling multiple tasks with enthusiasm
• A confident team player who enjoys working with others and interacting with people

It would be great if you have previous experience within a similar role or working with events type role. However, experience is not essential as full training can be provided so, if you are willing to learn, you could still be our next Conference & Banqueting Assistant!

The Pay & Benefits:

At De Vere we pay attention to the thoughtful details that inspire the loyalty of our colleagues.

That’s why we are proud to offer the following benefits for the role of Conference & Banqueting Assistant.

• £12.71 per hour
• Varied shift patterns and contracts available to suit your lifestyle, we are 24/7 operation, meaning shift patterns to suit everyone
• Paid holiday allowance based on the hours that you work
• Free meals on duty in our colleague dining facilities
• Stay in shape with complimentary use of the Leisure Club facilities saving you money on costly gym memberships
• Explore our Exclusively Yours Benefits portal, unlocking hundreds of discounts on retail, travel, and leisure activities.
• We are committed to your growth and offer excellent career progression opportunities, including access to our Apprenticeship programmes and study support.
• Take advantage of our Employee Assistance Programme, Hospitality Action, providing 24/7 health and wellbeing support, including free counselling.
• Experience the flexibility and convenience of Wagestream, our financial wellbeing platform, granting you instant access to your pay when you need it.
• Join a supportive team that knows how to have fun with regular team appreciation events, including memorable Christmas and Summer parties.

De Vere Wokefield Estateset in 250 acres of rural Berkshire parkland is home to a historic Mansion House filled with traditional features and the contemporary Wokefield Place that offers state of the art facilities. It has 376 bedrooms and suites, 39 meeting rooms with large event space and a high tech dedicated conference building, an 18-hole PGA approved championship golf course and leisure club. Benedict's Bar, The 1560 Restaurant, The View Restaurant, Burr & Co. coffee shop and a deli are some of our amazing food and beverage options at Wokefield Estate: there really is something for everyone.

Your commute: just outside Reading, we're 10 minutes from J11 of the M4, with fast and direct trains from London Paddington to Reading Train station. We also offer subsidised travel to our colleagues who work at Wokefield Estate.

At De Vere, we warmly welcome everyone and foster a sense of belonging, where each person is valued and appreciated. Join our team and become part of a passionate group of individuals who genuinely care about the experiences we create for our guests and colleagues.