Meeting & Events Executive

Malmaison; Exeter; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel brand in Exeter is seeking a Meeting & Events Executive. You will manage event details for guests, including corporate events and weddings, ensuring memorable experiences. Strong selling skills, confidence, and computer literacy are essential for success in this role. Competitive pay and opportunities for internal progression are offered.

Benefits

Heavily discounted Staff Room Rates

35% off dining

Fully funded Apprenticeship programmes

High Street Discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Healthcare Cash Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Complimentary stays on anniversaries

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is beneficial.
• A smile and personality is an absolute must.

Responsibilities

• Liaising with guests by email or phone.
• Showcasing the hotel and selling the meeting spaces.
• Handling large corporate bookings and individual celebrations.

Skills

Confidence in selling

Computer literacy

Good communication skills

Job description

Purchased 2015

60 Bedrooms

55-seater Bistro & Bar

3 Private Event Spaces - seating up to 65

Spa - outdoor heated pool with indoor hydro jets area, 4 x beauty rooms, small relaxation area, manicure and pedicure stations

A small city that packs a big punch, Exeter is one of the most vibrant, attractive and historically interesting cities in England. Pre-dating the arrival of the Romans in AD 50, its history is rich and long. It offers a host of fascinating visitor attractions including unique Underground Passages, imposing Roman walls and beautiful Quayside. The hotel sits within an iconic building, formerly an Eye Infirmary, with historic walled gardens and striking architecture.

About The Role

Meeting & Events Executive, Hotel du Vin

Rate of Pay: £12.60 per hour plus tronc / Hours; 24 hours Type of Contract: Permanent Location: Hotel du Vin Exeter

It's all in the detail. From a meeting for 6 guests to a 100 cover wedding it’s all in the detail and you make it happen.

We create memories that our guests never forget. At Hotel du Vin we always go above and beyond the expectations and as Meetings and Events Executive you will be liaising with guests by email or phone often before the guest steps foot in the hotel. You will also be involved in showcasing the hotel and actively selling the Meeting and Event space to prospective clients when they visit the property.

Experience in a similar role is beneficial but a smile and personality is an absolute must. You will be confident in selling on the phone and be computer literate. You will be dealing with large corporate bookings, individual celebrations (weddings, anniversaries), seasonal and local community events. No two days will be the same.

Do you want to be part of something different, working with the best food, drink and a brand you can be proud of?

We create memories that our guests never forget. This could be the next step for you into a Meeting and Events Sales Manager role – we actively encourage internal development and progression. Onwards and upwards

This role is mainly office based with some weekend work required depending on the nature of events you are looking after.

Benefits

About You

In Addition To Competitive Rates Of Pay We Offer

• Heavily discounted Staff Room Rates at Malmaison, Hotel du Vin and Frasers Hospitality with rooms available from £65 per night.
• Discounted Friends and Family Room Rate with 50% off best available rate.
• 35% off your bill when you dine in our Brasseries and Bistros
• Fully funded Apprenticeship programmes that support you in developing your career
• High Street Discounts on a range of high street shops, experiences, holidays and much much more
• Cycle to work scheme – save up to 40% on a wide range of bikes
• Healthcare Cash Plans - dental, optical, medical and more available from £5 per month
• Referral schemes that pay up to £1500 (just for getting your mates jobs!)
• A decent uniform that doesn’t make you look like an extra from a 70s TV sitcom.
• We have a Wellness & National Campaign Days Calendar which promotes and encourages activities like – Pay Day Lunches/Treats, National Popcorn Day, Mental Health Awareness week and more
• We work with Wagestream giving instant access to your pay as it’s earnt. Wagestream is a tool for everyday life that lets you get paid your way by letting you track your wages in real time, stream up to 50% of the money you’re already earned, learn easy tips to manage your money better and save direct from your salary
• We also offer complimentary stays on your 1st, 3rd and 5th anniversary with Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
• We are a proud sponsor of The Brain Charity, helping people with all forms of neurological conditions to lead longer, healthier, happier lives.
• Employee Assistance Programme – free, confidential advice available 24/7 to you and your family
  
  

Our Sustainability Goals

• 100% of our electricity is generated using renewable energy with most of it coming from Wind Farms around the UK
• We recycle a minimum of 70% of the waste from our hotels. This target is achieved by everyone I the hotel focusing on the waste we produce and is championed by our Sustainability Council who work on project year round
• We have moved to a chemical free cleaning system in our bedrooms and public areas and an enzyme based eco-friendly system for our kitchens.
• Volunteer to work for sustainable charities 2 days per year on full pay instead of your normal workplace
  
  

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Frasers Hospitality, Malmaison & Hotel Du Vin are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.