Meetings & Events Porter

Tullamore Court Hotel; Tullamore; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning and development via iNUA / iN

Cross-property career opportunities

Colleague and Friends & Family rates

Recognition programmes

Job summary

Tullamore Court Hotel is seeking a reliable Meetings & Events Porter to join our team. You will set up and maintain meeting rooms, assist with event logistics and work closely with F&B and events staff to ensure smooth delivery from arrival to departure.

The role requires strong organisation, good guest service, and the ability to move event equipment safely. Training is provided, and there are opportunities to progress within the Meetings & Events and hotel operations.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in hotels, events, conference and banqueting or a similar role is desirable, but full training can be provided.
• A reliable and punctual approach to work.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication and guest-service skills.
• Ability to follow event plans and complete room setups accurately.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable completing physical duties, including moving furniture and event equipment safely.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Set up meeting rooms, conference spaces and function areas according to event requirements.
• Arrange tables, chairs, staging and other event equipment safely and efficiently.
• Prepare refreshment stations, water, stationery and other meeting materials.
• Assist with basic audiovisual equipment and report any technical issues promptly.
• Welcome organisers and delegates and respond to requests throughout their event.
• Maintain clean, organised and presentable meeting and function spaces.
• Complete room changes and turnaround duties within the required timeframes.
• Assist with the movement, storage and care of conference and banqueting equipment.
• Communicate closely with event coordinators, managers and operational departments.
• Follow manual-handling, fire safety, security and health and safety procedures.
• Support food and beverage service during conferences, functions and special events when required.
• Help ensure every event is delivered professionally and in accordance with the event plan.

Skills

Customer service

Organization

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Flexibility

Punctuality

Attention to detail

Job description

Tullamore Court Hotel is looking for a reliable, organised and guest-focused Meetings & Events Porter to join our Meetings & Events team. As a Meetings & Events Porter, you will play an important role in preparing and maintaining the hotel’s meeting rooms, conference spaces and function areas. Working closely with the Meetings & Events and Food & Beverage teams, you will ensure every room is prepared to the required standard and that events run smoothly from arrival through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up meeting rooms, conference spaces and function areas according to event requirements.
• Arrange tables, chairs, staging and other event equipment safely and efficiently.
• Prepare refreshment stations, water, stationery and other meeting materials.
• Assist with basic audiovisual equipment and report any technical issues promptly.
• Welcome organisers and delegates and respond to requests throughout their event.
• Maintain clean, organised and presentable meeting and function spaces.
• Complete room changes and turnaround duties within the required timeframes.
• Assist with the movement, storage and care of conference and banqueting equipment.
• Communicate closely with event coordinators, managers and operational departments.
• Follow manual-handling, fire safety, security and health and safety procedures.
• Support food and beverage service during conferences, functions and special events when required.
• Help ensure every event is delivered professionally and in accordance with the event plan.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in hotels, events, conference and banqueting or a similar role is desirable, but full training can be provided.
• A reliable and punctual approach to work.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication and guest-service skills.
• Ability to follow event plans and complete room setups accurately.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable completing physical duties, including moving furniture and event equipment safely.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays.
• A positive attitude and willingness to support colleagues across the hotel.

An Award-Winning Workplace

Proud to be recognised as:

• Great Place to Work® Certified
• Ireland's Best Workplaces™ 2026
• Ireland's Best Workplaces in Hospitality™ 2026
• Ireland's Best Workplaces for Women™ 2026

A Culture That Develops People

At The iNUA Collection, we believe successful events are created by colleagues who care about every detail. We provide the training, support and development opportunities you need to build your skills, broaden your hotel experience and progress your hospitality career.

You will be supported to Learn, Evolve and Thrive while contributing to memorable meetings, celebrations and special occasions.

More Than Just a Job

• Learning and development through iNUA Academy
• Training and opportunities to progress within Meetings & Events and Food & Beverage
• Cross-property career opportunities within our growing collection of hotels
• Opportunities to gain experience across conferences, banquets and special events
• Colleague and Friends & Family rates across iNUA hotels
• Recognition programmes that celebrate individual and team success

If you are dependable, enjoy practical work and take pride in ensuring every detail is in place, we’d love to hear from you. Join Tullamore Court Hotel and become part of an award-winning team where you can Learn, Evolve and Thrive.