Event Executive

KSB Recruitment; Thurnham; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£13.50 per hour

40-hour working week (Mon–Fri 8:30–17:

Quarterly bonus £700–£800 (full-time)

Job summary

KSB Recruitment seeks an Event Executive for a prestigious hotel in Kent. The role covers conferences, meetings, weddings and social functions, providing essential support to the sales and events team.

You will ensure smooth coordination, deliver excellent customer service and assist during peak periods. Previous hotel or events experience is essential for success in this busy hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in hotel, hospitality or events environment.
• Experience coordinating conferences, meetings, banqueting, weddings or events.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and prioritise workload.
• Flexible and proactive in supporting different areas.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and operational support across the sales and events department.
• Coordinate conference and meeting requirements, ensuring all arrangements are in place.
• Provide event cover on days when conference and events management support is required.
• Support the wedding and social events team during busy periods.
• Liaise with clients to understand event requirements and ensure expectations are met.
• Prepare event documentation, function sheets and relevant booking information.
• Communicate event requirements with internal hotel departments.
• Assist with event planning, coordination and on-the-day delivery.
• Maintain excellent customer service and build positive client relationships.
• Identify opportunities to support additional bookings and generate repeat business.

Skills

Organisational skills

Administrative skills

Communication

Customer service

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Hospitality

Job description

Event Executive

Location: Maidstone, Kent
Salary: £13.50 per hour
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (40 hours per week)

Role

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Event Executive to join the sales and events team at a prestigious hotel in Kent. This varied role will provide support across the wider events department, covering conferences, meetings, weddings and social functions.

You will play an important part in ensuring the smooth coordination and delivery of events, providing excellent customer service and supporting the team during busy periods.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous hotel, hospitality or event coordination experience looking to develop their career within a busy hotel environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and operational support across the sales and events department.
• Coordinate conference and meeting requirements, ensuring all arrangements are in place.
• Provide event cover on days when conference and events management support is required.
• Support the wedding and social events team during busy periods.
• Liaise with clients to understand event requirements and ensure expectations are met.
• Prepare event documentation, function sheets and relevant booking information.
• Communicate event requirements effectively with internal hotel departments.
• Assist with event planning, coordination and on-the-day delivery.
• Maintain excellent customer service and build positive client relationships.
• Identify opportunities to support additional bookings and generate repeat business.

Requirements

• Previous experience within a hotel, hospitality or events environment is essential.
• Experience in conference, meetings, banqueting, weddings or event coordination.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise workload effectively.
• A flexible and proactive approach to supporting different areas of the department.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure.
• A genuine passion for hospitality and delivering successful events.

Rewards

• £13.50 per hour.
• 40-hour working week, primarily Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm.
• Quarterly sales bonus of approximately £700–£800 for full-time employees achieving targets.
• Occasional weekend working, with time off in lieu during the week.
• Opportunity to work across a varied portfolio of hotel events.
• Opportunity to develop within an expanding sales and events department.

If you're an organised and enthusiastic events professional looking for your next opportunity within hospitality, we'd love to hear from you.