Group Weddings & Events Assistant

The Devonshire Group; Skipton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing calendar of events

Onsite gym and pool

Estate Pass for Bolton Abbey & Chatswо

Discounts across Devonshire Group

Job summary

The Devonshire Arms Hotel, Bolton Abbey, seeks a Group Weddings & Events Assistant to join the Events Team. You will help plan and deliver memorable weddings, conferences, and events while providing exceptional customer service.

Key responsibilities include coordinating events, maintaining documentation, and delivering support throughout the booking process. Flexible, proactive, and detail-focused candidates are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and organisational skills are essential.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work both independently and in a team.
• Proactive, positive approach with a professional manner.
• Comfort with using Microsoft Office and maintaining accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Support the administration and coordination of weddings, conferences, and events.
• Communicate effectively with customers and internal departments to ensure events run smoothly.
• Prepare and maintain accurate event documentation and records.
• Assist with weekly function sheets and event communications.
• Deliver excellent customer care throughout the booking and event process.
• Support the operational delivery of events when required.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Group Weddings & Events Assistant – The Devonshire Arms Hotel, Bolton Abbey

We are looking for an enthusiastic and organised Group Weddings & Events Assistant to join our Events Team at The Devonshire Arms Hotel, Bolton Abbey. This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in the planning and delivery of memorable weddings, conferences, and events while providing exceptional customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the administration and coordination of weddings, conferences, and events.
• Communicate effectively with customers and internal departments to ensure events run smoothly.
• Prepare and maintain accurate event documentation and records.
• Assist with weekly function sheets and event communications.
• Deliver excellent customer care throughout the booking and event process.
• Support the operational delivery of events when required.

What We're Looking For

• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and confidence using Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A positive, proactive, and professional approach.

What we offer

• a wellbeing calendar of events
• an onsite gym and pool
• an Estate Pass providing free access to the Bolton Abbey and Chatsworth Estate for you and your guests
• plus discounts across Devonshire Group hotels, shops and restaurants

Details of our employee benefits can be found here: https://devonshiregroup.co.uk/work-with-us/working-at-the-devonshire-group/

Our core values include “Being Inclusive” and we particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates who are currently under-represented. We also welcome applicants from the LGBTQ+ community. Flexible ways of working will always be considered.