Quarter is looking for a proactive and friendly Events Assistant to join Racks Bar & Kitchen. This varied, fun and challenging role will suit someone who is looking to gain a wide range of events experience in one of Clifton's favourite venues. The scope of this role is quite large, so you can expect to learn lots and become a key player in the events team quickly Racks Bar & Kitchen has a reputation for friendly, fun service delivered with a smile, great food and a fantastic atmosphere This is one of our most versatile venues - popular with locals, sports fans, small and large groups and families alike. Racks hosts a range of events, from wedding parties, private parties, corporate events, sports events and seasonal summer and winter events. Our team needs to stand out - to provide the warmest welcome and ensure each customer leaves their event wanting to return. Key details for the Events Assistant role: Based at Racks Bar & Kitchen in Clifton, Bristol 42 hours per week with working hours primarily falling over daytimes. However, our ideal candidate will have some flexibility to work evenings and weekends on occasion as per the events schedule A package of salary of £27,204 per annum, comprising a basic salary of £25,500 per annum plus approx. £2204 per annum in service charge, paid monthly What can we offer you? 20%-50% discount in our bars & restaurants Friends and family hotel discounts Fun but productive working environment with a strong training ethic Excellent progression opportunities within Quarter - we advertise all promotions internally first, giving you the best chance of promotion Regular company socials and parties Quarterly awards for individuals and teams of the quarter Cycle to work scheme Contributory pension scheme Free staff meal on duty Key duties for the Events Assistant role: Assisting in the booking and planning of Racks’ exciting events programme, including private parties (birthdays, anniversaries, stags and hens etc), wedding parties, Christmas meals, corporate events and meetings Responding to enquiries, arranging and conducting show-arounds for potential event bookers, organising food/drink pre-orders, taking payments Assisting the running of events on the day including team briefings, set up and handing over to the bar/kitchen Assisting in the sport bookings at Racks Bar and Kitchen Assisting in the planning and execution of our in-house New Year’s Eve event Answering the phone and competently dealing with customer queries Maintaining good relations with the Front of House team and ensuring all correct information regarding events is handed over to them and the relevant managers About our ideal Events Assistant: An engaging and confident person who is able to interact with customers and provide excellent customer service A good team player who supports colleagues and assists others Someone who is proactive, organised and confident using Microsoft Office, able adapt quickly to various systems and software An excellent communicator with a sense of fun A go-getter who is willing to get stuck in to the different elements of this role The application process: To apply for this role, please send your CV and covering letter via the apply now link. The closing date for applications is midday on Friday 10th January 2025. The interview process will involve a first round telephone interview with a member of the HR team. Applicants who are successful at this stage will then be invited to a final round interview with the events team. We reserve the right to close this role before the given deadline in the event a suitable candidate being found. HP