Events Assistant

Principal Hayley Hotels; Chesham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on duty

Leisure Club access

Discounts portal

Career progression opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Wagestream pay access

Job summary

De Vere Latimer in Chesham is seeking an Events Assistant to join the team. You will help set up and clear down spaces for conferences, weddings, and other events, following room plans and ensuring everything is ready on time.

This hands-on role involves moving tables and chairs, working in a busy environment, and collaborating with the Events team to deliver memorable experiences for guests.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated eye for detail to ensure spaces are set up to a high standard.
• Practical, hands-on role involving moving tables, chairs and equipment.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy environment and adapt to different room layouts.
• Reliable team player willing to collaborate to complete tasks.
• Previous experience in events or hospitality helpful but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Set up and clear down event spaces according to room plans.
• Move and arrange tables, chairs and event equipment safely.
• Assist with room changes and ensure fixtures are clean and presentable.
• Support the Events team to keep operations running smoothly behind the scenes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Hands-on

Team player

Ability to work in busy environment

Willingness to learn/training provided

Job description

Are you keen to be part of an events team and play an important role in getting our event spaces ready for our guests? We are recruiting for Events Assistants to join our team at De Vere Latimer in Chesham. As part of our Events team you'll help set up and clear down our event spaces, whether we're getting ready for a conference, wedding, awards night or special event. You'll make sure rooms are set up correctly and ready on time, with every detail considered. This is a hands-on role involving moving and arranging tables, chairs and other event equipment, using trolleys where required and making sure everything is moved safely. You'll follow room plans, help with room changes and make sure our event spaces, fixtures and equipment are clean, well presented and ready for the next event. Working as part of the wider Events team, you'll help keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes and take pride in knowing your work has helped set the scene for a memorable event.

• A keen eye for detail to make sure every event space is set up correctly and to a high standard.
• Someone who enjoys a practical, hands-on role and is comfortable moving tables, chairs and event equipment.
• Someone who can work efficiently in a busy environment and enjoys the variety of different room set-ups and events.
• A reliable team player who enjoys working with others and getting the job done together.
• Previous experience in a similar events or hospitality role would be helpful, but it's not essential as full training will be provided.

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 Events Assistant.

• £12.71 per hour
• Service Charge
• 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.