Events & Conference Manager — Growth‑Driven Hotel

Mill Farm Sports Village; Preston; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Villa in Lancashire is seeking an experienced Conference & Events Manager to lead weddings, conferences, banquets and private functions. You will coordinate planning, logistics and service delivery from setup to guest experience.

The role requires strong organisational and leadership skills, with a calm approach under pressure, excellent communication, staff scheduling, and collaboration with kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure memorable events.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing food, beverage, and events in a hotel setting.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Calm under pressure and dedicated to guest experiences.
• Confident communicator with strong team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Planning and managing the operational delivery of all events, including weddings, conferences, and banquets.
• Coordinating room layouts, catering, equipment, and staffing for each function.
• Managing banqueting bars, including stock control, ordering, and compliance with licensing laws.
• Ensuring health & safety standards are maintained across all event operations.
• Supervising and scheduling the events and banqueting team.
• Liaising with kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth service.
• Monitoring event timelines and resolving any operational issues promptly.
• Identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and service quality.

Skills

Event planning

Team leadership

Time management

Communication

IT skills

Job description

The Villa in Lancashire is seeking an experienced Conference & Events Manager to lead weddings, conferences, banquets and private functions. You will coordinate planning, logistics and service delivery from setup to guest experience.

The role requires strong organisational and leadership skills, with a calm approach under pressure, excellent communication, staff scheduling, and collaboration with kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure memorable events.