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We are Drayton Manor Resorts!
With ambitious plans to be the number one theme park in the UK for families, we are recruiting the best talent to work with us in promoting our successes and core values to our customers and our employees. Our resort is home to a 15-acre zoo, a 4-star hotel with 150 bedrooms including Viking and Thomas Land themed rooms, conference facilities, restaurants, Europe's only Thomas Land, and 50 rides and growing! We want to hire and retain exceptional employees who can be part of our projected and future growth!
What do we want?
An exceptional Conference and Events Assistant Manager to join our team at our hotel, overseeing three conference rooms that host private functions, business meetings, and many weddings throughout the year! Supporting your Duty Manager, you will manage all aspects of operational and administrative hospitality, overseeing the day-to-day running of this busy and successful department. You'll be hands-on and have a passion for guest service, always going above and beyond to ensure your guests have the best possible experience at Drayton Manor.
Your responsibilities as a Conference and Events Assistant Manager will include, but are not limited to:
* Managing all aspects of hospitality operationally and administratively, including overseeing three function rooms, four boardrooms, and four bars.
* Recruitment, training, and development of your team.
* Promoting the right culture for your team and guests.
* Upholding health and safety standards and promoting good practices.
* Managing budgets and enhancing systems to measure effectiveness.
* Contributing to the overall strategic plan of the hotel.
What's in it for you?
As a Conference and Events Manager, you'll be joining Drayton Manor Resorts at an exciting time. We are embarking on a journey to be the best, and we want you to be part of it with fantastic benefits!
* 40-hour working week, 5 days out of 7.
* Free admission for you and 3 guests into Drayton Manor and our sister site, West Midlands Safari Park.
* 25% off all items in park retail outlets, 10% off Thomas shops.
* 50% off food and drink in the hotel (must be purchased together).
* Discounted hotel rates (subject to availability).
* Employee Assistance programme.
* Free onsite parking (costs guests £6.00 per day).
* Subsidised canteen.
Key Skills and Attributes as a Conference and Events Assistant Manager:
* You will have experience in conference and events.
* You will have excellent IT and administrative skills.
* You will be approachable, able to lead and motivate your team.
* Able to meet deadlines while remaining calm under pressure.
* Strong and confident communicator.
This is a fantastic opportunity and an exciting time to be joining Drayton Manor Resorts as we embark on the next chapter of our journey. If you're an experienced Conference and Events Assistant Manager, don't delay—submit your application today, and we will be in touch!
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