Conference & Events Assistant / Food & Beverage

Aimbridge; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Aimbridge Hospitality is looking for a passionate Conference and Events Assistant to ensure the smooth operation of events at Novotel Leicester. The role involves coordinating all aspects of events, providing excellent customer service, and ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations.

Benefits

Industry leading training and leadership development

Up to 50% discount on food & beverage and spa

Flexible working opportunities

Minimum of 28 days holiday

Free staff parking

Qualifications

• Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills essential.
• Strong communication skills to interface with clients and stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask are critical.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate catering, audio-visual equipment, and room set-up for events.
• Liaise with clients to meet their needs and communicate requirements.
• Ensure health and safety regulations are followed and equipment is operational.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Multitasking ability

Job description

Who are we?

Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA are a division of the global Aimbridge Hospitality brand. We’re passionate about connecting great people to great experiences in exciting destinations, working with brands such as Hilton, IHG, Accor, Marriott and everything in between. From the rich diversity of our people and locations to our “people first” approach to business, the Aimbridge experience is like no other.

Novotel Leicester is seeking an experienced Conference and Events / Food & Beverage Assistant. You will need to be able to work flexible hours across seven days to ensure we meet the business's needs.

What is in it for you?

As part of the Aimbridge team, you will have access to industry leading benefits that include

• Industry leading training and leadership development opportunities
• Hotel discounts portfolio wide – Staff rates and up to 50% discount on food & beverage and spa
• Wagestream – Stream up to 40% pay as it is earned and set automatic savings to support your financial wellbeing.
• 24/7 access to our employee assistance programme
• Career and lifestyle breaks – Allowing you to take time off for key life events.
• Flexible working opportunities
• Minimum of 28 days holiday
• Staff meals on duty
• Starting salary above national minimum wage
• Free staff parking

A day in the life of…

As conference and events assistant, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of events and conferences. They are responsible for all aspects of planning and execution, including coordinating catering, audio-visual equipment, and room set-up. This role will see you liaise with clients to ensure their needs are met and communicate requirements to relevant departments. You will also ensure equipment and facilities are in working order before each event and provide excellent customer service. Importantly, you'll constantly be aware of health and safety regulations and attend training and meetings as required to perform your role effectively.

What do we need from you?

• You’ll have excellent organisational, technical, and interpersonal skills, focused on delivering a first class event every time
• You must have strong communication skills to liaise with clients, suppliers, and relevant departments and be the first point of contact for a range of stakeholders
• Attention to detail, multitasking ability, and strong customer service skills are key
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and flexibility to work varied hours are also required.

Most importantly, to be successful in this role, you will be passionate about providing an exceptional guest experience and living through our brand standards.

At Aimbridge, we recognise that people are the heart of our business. As a Global leader, we are committed to representing our global community and offering everyone ‘A Place to Grow’

So, click apply today, we’d love to welcome you to our inclusive team shaping the future of hospitality.