Assistant Conference & Events Manager

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Assistant Conference and Events Operations Manager

Hours:Full Time (45 hours) - Short Term Contract

Working Pattern:Rota basis, working 5 days out of 7

Location:Newmarket

About Us

Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa is a luxury, four AA red star guest destination nestled in Newmarket, Suffolk. Surrounded by three acres of beautiful grounds, Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa retains the charm and character of a Georgian country house, yet offers the very best in modern comfort, cuisine, hospitality, and luxury.

The Team

Hosting events within a highly luxurious four-star property means that's every guest and their event, big or small, is to be looked after with the highest standards and attention to detail. The Banqueting team provide an excellent service day and night to ensure that every detail of an event exceeds the expectations of our guests. Our team are dedicated, friendly and hardworking and go over and above to ensure we meet our clients' requirements.

About the Position

As Assistant Conference and Events Operations Manager you will play a key role in hosting events throughout Bedford Lodge Hotel, ensuring an exceptional experience for both our corporate and leisure guests.

With no two days the same, you will have the self-motivation to thrive in a demanding environment and manage multi-tasking under pressure.

Working alongside our Conference and Events Operations Manager; you will be responsible for leading and coaching the banqueting team. Hosting an array of events from corporate conferences to dinners and weddings.

This is a short-term contract full-time position (45 hours per week), with the opportunity to continue in the new year. You will be working on rota basis, 5 days out of 7. You must be available to work evenings and weekends.

About You

• You are approachable with strong communication skills and able to build strong relationships.
• You are able to maintain consistency whilst thinking creatively.
• You must be organised, timely and able to multi-task in a busy environment under pressure.
• You are physically fit and able to walk and stand for prolonged periods.
• You're proactive with the ability to work independently and as part of a small team.
• You must have impeccable in your personal appearance and standards with an eye for details.
• Ideally, you have experience in events, however you will be given training as needed.

Why Join our Team

A privately owned, independent hotel we have the opportunity to focus on what we do best - creating memorable moments for our guests and taking care of our staff as one big team. We are all exceptionally proud to work here and of the work that we do. Would you like to join a great team and feel the same?

What We Offer

• Employee Assistance Programme (Hospitality Action)
• Free meals whilst on duty
• Paid breaks
• An extra day of leave on your birthday
• Complimentary membership of The Health & Fitness Club
• Discounted membership of The Health & Fitness Club for your partner
• 50% food discount within our 2 AA Rosette Squires Restaurant & Roxana Bar
• 20% discount on treatments and spa days at The Spa at Bedford Lodge Hotel
• Discounted accommodation rates
• Discounted hotel stays across the Pride of Britain hotel group
• Option to purchase wine at cost price
• Long service awards
• Reward and recognition scheme
• Generous 'Refer a Friend' scheme
• Pension scheme
• Industry relevant training