Banqueting & Events Manager: Lead Weddings & Functions

Clayton Hotels; Dublin; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free employee meals on duty

50% Off F&B in all properties

€£60 Employee rate on rooms

30% Off Friends & Family rate

Extra annual leave day (5 days)

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme/Transport Schemes

Pension access

Development opportunities via Dalata/“

Staff appreciation initiatives

Job summary

Dalata Hotel Group is seeking a dynamic Banqueting Manager to lead the setup and execution of weddings, conferences, banquets and large-scale events across our Dublin-area hotels. You will supervise the banqueting team, coordinate with events and kitchen staff, and ensure seamless service from arrival to breakdown.

The role requires strong leadership, organisational and communication skills, with a focus on delivering outstanding guest experiences while managing staffing and costs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years’ management experience in hotel conference and banqueting operations.
• Proven experience overseeing weddings, conferences and large functions.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of banqueting service, room setups and event execution.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the setup and smooth operation of weddings, conferences, banquets and large-scale functions.
• Lead and motivate the banqueting team to deliver exceptional service from setup to breakdown.
• Manage room layouts, function setups, service standards and operational details.
• Work closely with the events and kitchen teams to ensure every function runs seamlessly.
• Manage staff rosters, labour costs and staffing levels in line with business demands.
• Maintain the highest standards of food service, presentation and guest satisfaction.
• Identify opportunities to maximise revenue and enhance the guest experience.

Skills

Management experience

Banqueting operations

Team leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Flexibility

Job description

Dalata Hotel Group is seeking a dynamic Banqueting Manager to lead the setup and execution of weddings, conferences, banquets and large-scale events across our Dublin-area hotels. You will supervise the banqueting team, coordinate with events and kitchen staff, and ensure seamless service from arrival to breakdown.

The role requires strong leadership, organisational and communication skills, with a focus on delivering outstanding guest experiences while managing staffing and costs.