Banqueting Assistant Manager

Royal Marine Hotel; Dublin; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Health club membership

Spa discounts

Golf access

Bike to Work

Free parking

Meals on duty

Employee recognition programs

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

The Royal Marine Hotel is seeking an experienced Assistant Conference & Banqueting Manager in Dublin to support planning and execution of events and drive the performance of our Conference & Banqueting operations.

You will oversee setup, service, and breakdown of spaces, lead the events team, liaise with clients and internal departments, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards. Strong English, leadership and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Conference & Banqueting supervisory or assistant management role.
• Strong leadership and team development abilities.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Support the Conference & Banqueting Manager in day-to-day operations.
• Oversee setup, service delivery and breakdown of event spaces.
• Lead the team during events and ensure professional service.
• Serve as client point of contact during events.
• Ensure function sheets and event details are followed.
• Coordinate with Events Office, Kitchen and Bar for smooth delivery.
• Monitor service standards and address issues promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness, presentation, and organisation of all areas.
• Ensure health & safety, food safety and company policies.
• Support recruitment, training and development of team members.
• Assist with staff scheduling and resource planning.
• Handle guest feedback or complaints professionally.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Time management

Communication

English language

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Health & safety

Flexibility

Event coordination

Job description

At the Royal Marine Hotel, we are seeking a proactive and experienced Assistant Conference & Banqueting Manager to support the planning and execution of events and contribute to the continued success of our Conference & Banqueting operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Conference & Banqueting Manager in the day-to-day operation of the department
• Oversee the setup, service delivery and breakdown of conference rooms and event spaces in line with hotel standards and client requirements
• Supervise and lead the Conference & Banqueting team during events, ensuring efficient and professional service at all times
• Act as a point of contact for clients during events, responding to requests promptly and ensuring expectations are met
• Ensure all function sheets and event details are accurately followed and communicated across departments
• Liaise closely with the Events Office, Kitchen, Bar and other hotel departments to ensure smooth event delivery
• Monitor service standards and address any issues in a timely and professional manner
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, presentation and organisation across all event areas
• Ensure compliance with all health & safety, food safety and company policies and procedures
• Support recruitment, training and development of team members within the department
• Assist with staff scheduling and resource planning based on business needs
• Handle any guest feedback or complaints in a calm and professional manner, escalating where necessary

Requirements

• Previous experience in a Conference & Banqueting supervisory or assistant management role within a hotel or similar environment
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a high level of spoken and written English
• A professional, calm and solution-focused approach to problem-solving
• High attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality service
• Good knowledge of health & safety and food safety standards
• Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, late nights and weekends
• Physical ability to assist with event setup when required

Employee Benefits

• Staff discounts on accommodation in sister properties
• Complimentary Health Club and pool membership
• Discounted spa treatments and products
• Complimentary golf in Druids Heath
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Free parking
• Meals on duty and healthy snacks
• Employee recognition programmes (Employee of the Month, Quarter, and Year)
• Employee referral bonus