Assistant Conference and Events Manager (fixed-term)
The Events team focus on delivering the highest levels of guest satisfaction through service and value for money for both our corporate and leisure events. We offer a themed and seasonal programme of entertainment for our guests, conferences and seminars for external clients and internal corporate and social events for our colleagues.
ASSISTANT CONFERENCE AND EVENTS MANAGER | Circa £30,800 per annum pro rata
We have a fantastic opportunity for a talented individual to join us as an Assistant Manager in ‘The Venue’. As an Assistant Manager you will help lead, motivate and develop the team, consistently driving to deliver excellent service for our conference and events guests in terms of standard of service, quality and safety.
This is a hands-on Management role, where you will play an integral part in the day-to-day running of all the events. This is a varied role with day and overnight conferences for up to 600 delegates, as well as Gala Dinners from 10 – 500 guests.
You will also support the rest of the management team in the overall service delivery for all events, assisting with set up’s, de-rigs and close downs as well as floor managing the conferences and smaller events within the Venue. You will work closely with Venue Management and event organisers to ensure all the client needs are met and their event is a success.
You will also have responsibility for compiling and maintaining all event files, ensuring you have all the information needed to deliver successful events, manage and plan rotas and understand order requirements.
HOURS OF WORK
This is a fixed-term role from 29th November 2024 to 30th January 2026.
You will be contracted to work 128 hours per 4-week period on a flexible basis. This means that your days and hours of work could vary each week, but you will always receive at least your contracted hours each period.
Hours of work will generally be Monday to Friday with occasional weekend work, dependent upon bookings. Shifts will fall between 7am - early hours.
ABOUT YOU
We’re looking for someone with a passion for Bar Service and/or Conferences and Events, who is highly motivated and committed, ideally with experience as an Assistant Manager or Supervisor in a similar operation.
You will have a proven track record in managing and developing individuals and teams, and a passion for delivering great service to our guests.
Essential requirements:
1. Supervisory / management experience
2. Knowledge and experience of stock controls and bar management
3. Understanding of the importance of all aspects of legal compliance and corporate governance
4. A motivator of people, with the drive to succeed and inspire team members and a desire to take the business forward
5. Highly organised and able to work under pressure
Desirable requirements:
6. A formal hospitality qualification would be advantageous
ABOUT THE BENEFITS
Center Parcs is a fantastic place to work and the benefits are as impressive as they are unique. Here are just a few:
7. Colleague Bonus Scheme
8. Pension Scheme with Life Assurance
9. Colleague Recognition and Reward Scheme – offering a choice of Center Parcs and High Street vouchers
10. Free use of our leisure facilities
11. Discounted Center Parcs breaks
12. 20% discount in our restaurant and retail outlets
13. Access to Perks at Work Portal - offering a wide range of retail and leisure discounts
14. An Employee Assistance Program - providing support on financial, health and legal matters
15. Excellent opportunities for career development and progression with the opportunity to gain externally recognised qualifications