Do you have a passion for delivering exceptional service and creating unforgettable dining experiences? Are you a natural leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy environment? If so, we want YOU to join our team at Leez Priory, one of the UK’s most stunning wedding venues About You: We’re looking for a dynamic, hands-on Banqueting Manager who brings: ✔ A proactive attitude and the initiative to make each event run seamlessly ✔ Experience in catering, hospitality, or events (minimum 1 year preferred) ✔ A keen eye for perfect table design and an understanding of exceptional food and beverage service ✔ Strong team leadership skills to motivate and manage our waiting staff ✔ The ability to remain calm under pressure and ensure smooth service delivery Your Role: As Banqueting Manager, you’ll be the driving force behind the success of every wedding breakfast and banquet. You’ll lead our front-of-house team, ensuring seamless service, impeccable presentation, and an unforgettable guest experience. Key Responsibilities: ✨ Managing the waiting staff, allowing the Personal Wedding Manager to focus on the overall event ✨ Overseeing food and canapé service, ensuring efficiency and precision ✨ Ensuring the waiting team have an excellent knowledge of the menu and drinks being served ✨ Handling rota planning and managing front-of-house staffing issues ✨ Participating in venue setup, preparation, and post-event clean-down ✨ Conducting monthly stock takes, ensuring accuracy and reporting to the Venue Manager ✨ Taking part in monthly deep cleans to maintain the highest standards What’s In It for You? We’re not just about creating magical weddings – we also care about our team Here’s what you’ll enjoy as part of Leez Priory : ✔ Competitive salary – up to £27,000 per year ✔ Generous tips ✔ Company events – be part of an exciting, social team ✔ Free onsite parking – no more hunting for a space ✔ Exclusive store and online discounts ✔ Wagestream – access your wages before payday ✔ Octopus Energy Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme – drive green, save big Your Work Schedule: ✔ Pre-planned wedding schedules set approximately three months in advance ✔ No split shifts, no unexpected chaos – just structured, organised excellence ✔ The opportunity to execute high-end dining experiences without the daily uncertainty ? Must be able to commute or relocate to Chelmsford, Essex If you’re ready to lead a team, create memorable dining experiences, and be part of something truly special, we’d love to hear from you ? Apply now and become a key part of the magic at Leez Priory Nestled in the glorious Essex countryside, this Tudor Manor House is exclusively yours and all just over an hour away from Central London. Admired for its unrivalled stately elegance and welcoming feel, Leez Priory boasts grand reception rooms, eight ceremony options including in The Great Tower, The Great Hall and the Coach House Barn, and has an abundance of accommodation. Our beautiful wedding venue was the first country house in the country to be licensed to hold civil ceremonies in 1995 and has been offering dream weddings ever since. Part of the Country House Weddings portfolio of hand-picked wedding venues, with more than 30 years of experience offering perfect weddings to couples, our exclusive-use, catering and venue hire packages take care of your wedding day from start to finish, overseen by our expert team. From specialist wedding Chefs, experienced Personal Wedding Managers and a fantastic wait team, to knowledgeable grounds teams and passionate housekeepers, our teams pride themselves on providing a top-quality service that helps make our weddings a success.