Sales and Events Manager

Chestnut Group; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A hospitality group in Huntingdon is looking for a Sales & Events Manager to drive and deliver memorable events. You will manage client relationships, grow event sales, and ensure each event surpasses expectations. Ideal candidates have proven experience in sales or hospitality, strong communication skills, and a passion for creating unforgettable experiences. Incentives include performance bonuses, flexible hours, and various team perks.

Benefits

Team and individual incentives

Bonus schemes

Employee Assistance Programme

Team parties and social events

Work anniversary rewards

Refer a friend scheme

Wine discounts

Discounts for family and friends

Team discounts on food and drink

Reduced overnight stays

High street discounts

Free meal on duty

Tips and Wagestream

Flexible hours

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales, events, or hospitality management.
• Strong communicator with excellent organisational skills.
• Passion for creating memorable experiences.

Responsibilities

• Manage enquiries and build relationships to grow sales.
• Plan and execute events from start to finish.
• Collaborate with marketing to promote events.

Skills

Sales experience

Event management

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Commercial awareness

Job description

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As Sales & Events Manager, you will take ownership of driving and delivering memorable events at The Old Bridge. This is a hands‑on, commercial role where you'll be responsible for growing event sales, managing client relationships, and ensuring every occasion exceeds expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Proactively manage enquiries, build relationships, and convert bookings to grow sales.
• Plan, coordinate, and deliver events from initial enquiry through to execution.
• Develop partnerships with guests and local businesses to encourage repeat and referral business.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to promote weddings, celebrations, and corporate events.
• Manage event logistics including scheduling, staffing, and set‑up for smooth delivery.
• Review events post‑delivery, gathering feedback to continuously improve.

About You

• Proven experience in sales, events, or hospitality management.
• Strong communicator with excellent organisational skills and commercial awareness.
• Passion for creating memorable experiences, with a flexible and detail‑focused approach.
• Confident working independently as well as collaboratively with the wider team.

Incentives & Perks

• Team & individual incentives - rewards for your hard work, from staff days out to trips abroad
• Bonus schemes - performance‑based rewards recognising your contribution
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - free, confidential wellbeing and financial support
• Team parties & social events - regular opportunities to connect, relax, and celebrate
• Work anniversary rewards - we celebrate your milestones with us
• Refer a friend scheme - earn a cash bonus when you bring great people into the team
• Peter Graham wine discounts - exclusive prices on carefully selected wines
• Family & friends discounts - share special perks with those you care about
• Team discounts - up to 50% off food and drink at our venues
• Overnight stays from £75 - take a break at any Chestnut property at a reduced rate
• High street discounts - savings on retail, dining, and travel
• Free meal on duty - freshly prepared every shift
• Tips + Wagestream - track earnings in real time and access pay as you earn
• Flexible hours - we'll support you to maintain a healthy work‑life balance
• Learning & development - accredited training courses and continuous career development opportunities

About Chestnut

Chestnut is a collection of beautiful pubs and big houses across East Anglia. We are proud to be growing while staying true to our values and putting people at the heart of everything we do. We offer flexibility, career development, and a culture where people feel valued and supported.