Assistant Conference and Banqueting Manager

Job IntroductionIn a NutshellWe have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Assistant Conference & Banqueting (C&B) Manager. This role is instrumental in ensuring that all Conference and Banqueting operations run succesfully and in line with all guest requirements. A hands on position where you are expected to not only manage the team but also work alongside them, leading by example and demonstrating luxury standards.Role ResponsibilityLots to do, but lots of fun  Ensure that expectations are exceeded at all times in all areas of C&B Support the operational teams in delivering exceptional standards  Leading from the front by running and overseeing events. Remaining hands on within this busy food and beverage operation. Ensure that all C&B department standards remain consistent in the absence of the C&B Manager. Build a strong relationship with every client. Ensure that every meeting or event organiser is met on arrival and receives a warm welcome and thorough briefing to check every detail and establish other requirements. Ensure every meeting receives a de-brief to check satisfaction and thank them for using the hotel. Any future sales leads should be passed to Sales Team. Assisting the C&B Manager in the recruitment and development of permanent and casual team members. Support the training of the team to enable them to deliver a consistently high level of service. Ensure functions room set up is per function sheet and that our standards are maintained. Optimise opportunities to hit and exceed budgeted targetsThe Ideal CandidateAre you right for us?Our successful Assistant C&B Manager will have; Minimum of 2 years supervisory/management experience in a similar 4 to 5 star standard hotel within a conference and banqueting department Flexibility to work different shift patterns Customer Service experience and commitment to delivering this to a high standard The ability to listen and respond to guest needs Well presented Good time keeping and ability to multi-task Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to work under pressure Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations Can use initiative and have problem solving skillPackage DescriptionAnd now for the good stuffHospitality is all about looking after people and we are committed to our people.  We work hard to ensure you can enjoy your job and are well rewarded.  As well as excellent training, development and progression opportunities, other benefits include: Competitive salary Complimentary car parking 29 days holiday (increasing with length of service) Perkz discount scheme Discounted room nights across all Exclusive properties Discounts on food and beverage across all Exclusive properties About the CompanyAre we right for you? We expect a lot but we’ll give a lot to get the right people. There are 4 main things we look for We want people with bags of character. We don’t want you to hide your personality when you’re at work, we want you to feel comfortable, to be who you are. We want people people. You’ve got to like being around others, smiling and chatting because you like people, not because someone told you to smile and chat. We need extra milers. So if you think the job description is all you have to do, then we’re not for you. You have to put your heart into it. When you tell a guest you’re happy to help, you have to mean it.