Social Events Executive

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel in the English countryside seeks an Events Executive to create unforgettable events. This role involves handling client relationships, planning logistics, and ensuring high standards of service. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a passion for hospitality, contributing to memorable guest experiences.

Benefits

Excellent Training & Career development opportunities

Free meals in the staff restaurant

Shuttle bus service from the hotel

Free uniform dry cleaning

Annual themed employee party and social events

Access to Wagestream - salary advance benefit

Qualifications

• A polished, professional approach and strong interpersonal skills.
• Passion for hospitality, events, and customer service.
• Exceptional communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Proactively and reactively sell social catering events.
• Act as the main point of contact for event clients, overseeing all details.
• Coordinate with Sales and Catering to ensure optimal use of event space.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Multitasking

Solution-oriented mindset

Job description

About Four Seasons

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

Set in a restored 18th-century manor in the English countryside, just 40 minutes away from London, Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire offers a humble, comfortable and welcoming home away from home. With 500 acres of bucolic landscape, our hotel grounds allow you to enjoy an unrivalled sense of escape with unlimited access to nature, wildlife and unique outdoor experiences. Whether you're visiting with your loved one, family or pets, our facilities welcome you with seasonal food and drink options, spa treatments, pop-ups and event spaces with sustainable innovations throughout.

About the location:

Set in a restored 18th-century manor in the English countryside, just 40 minutes away from London, Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire offers a humble, comfortable and welcoming home away from home. With 500 acres of bucolic landscape, our hotel grounds allow you to enjoy an unrivalled sense of escape with unlimited access to nature, wildlife and unique outdoor experiences. Whether you're visiting with your loved one, family or pets, our facilities welcome you with seasonal food and drink options, spa treatments, pop-ups and event spaces with sustainable innovations throughout.

The Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire is a resort hotel in the countryside, just 10 minutes from the town of Fleet and Farnham and 45 minutes from London. With a varied selection of restaurants focusing on use of local produce, banqueting for 200 and with 24-hour room service, our guests have a lovely collection to choose from.

About The Role

Are you passionate about creating unforgettable events and delivering exceptional service? We’re looking for a dynamic and detail oriented Events Executive to join our team at Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire where countryside charm meets world-class hospitality.

As an Events Executive, you’ll be the key liaison between our guests and hotel departments, ensuring every event from intimate gatherings to grand celebrations is executed flawlessly. You'll work closely with clients and internal teams to manage event planning, logistics, and execution, all while maintaining our high standards of luxury and service.

What You Will Do

• Proactively and reactively sell social catering events.
• Act as the main point of contact for event clients, overseeing all details including accommodation, catering, AV, and off-site recommendations
• Coordinate with Sales and Catering to ensure optimal use of event space
• Conduct property tours for prospective clients and planners
• Create tailored, innovative menu proposals and event concepts
• Maintain up-to-date records and follow-up systems for client accounts
• Ensure hotel policies and contractual agreements are upheld
• Support guest and team safety by following all fire, health, and safety regulations
  
  

What You Bring

• A polished, professional approach and strong interpersonal skills
• Passion for hospitality, events, and customer service
• Exceptional communication and organisational skills
• The ability to multitask in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment
• A team player with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset
• Knowledge of hotel operations and event coordination is highly desirable
  
  

What We Offer

• Excellent Training & Career development opportunities.
• Free meals in the staff restaurant while on duty including fruits, coffee/tea available throughout the day.
• Shuttle bus service from the hotel between Fleet & Church Crookham.
• Opportunities to build a successful career with global potential!!
• Free uniform dry cleaning available.
• Annual themed employee party and many social, charitable & sporting events throughout the year.
• Access to Wagestream - salary advance benefit.
• Employee recognition programmes.