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Warwickshire
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Conference and Banqueting Operations
Contract Type
Permanent
Hotel
Company Name:
Ettington Park Hotel

Hand Picked Hotels

Hand Picked Hotels is a beautiful collection of 21 privately owned, luxury country houses and coastal retreats, each hand picked for their individuality. Architecturally distinctive and quintessentially British, every hotel boasts an extraordinary location, from Scotland to the Channel Islands, offering breath taking views, from vast countryside to expansive beaches, to lush woodlands. With every need taken care of, the team at each hotel ensures every guest has a magical experience, encouraging them to return time and time again.
 
Hand Picked Hotels was founded in 2001 by owner and Chairman, Julia Hands MBE. Whilst each hotel is individual, every property fulfils the company values of family, individuality, community and care, ensuring a hand picked experience for every guest and employee.
 
We are currently recruiting for an Assistant Conference and Banqueting Manager at Ettington Park Hotel, part of Hand Picked Hotels.
 
The only AA 4 Red Star hotel in Stratford-upon-Avon, Ettington Park is renowned as one of the finest hotels in Warwickshire. Set within 40 acres of luscious parkland in a verdant valley with the river Stour meandering through it, the spectacular country house boasts 47 characterful bedrooms and the finest seasonal cuisine served in its 2AA Rosette restaurant. Ettington Park has gained an enviable reputation for offering one of the finest afternoon teas in Stratford-upon-Avon, while many couples have chosen its spectacular grounds as a magical backdrop for their perfect wedding.

About the Role

  • As the Assistant Conference & Banqueting Manager you will be responsible for helping manage the team, overseeing all events from set up to clear downs.
  • Ensuring each guest has a magical experience will put a smile on your face and motivate you on a daily basis.
  • You will work closely with the Conference & Banqueting Manager to achieve these goals.
  • This is an operational, hands-on role so you will have incredible organisational skills and attention to detail, along with stamina and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
  • You are the ultimate ‘people person’, able to charm wedding couples, organise suppliers, and inspire our permanent and casual team members to be their best.
  • Building effective relationships with clients will be a key requirement to ensure the success of the department and team.
  • Most of all we will want you to be inspired, have fun and enjoy being part of our Hand Picked Team.
About you:
  • Previous experience working at a supervisory level in a Conference & Banqueting role is a requirement for this role. Ideally with an 4/5-star luxury hotel.
  • Operational experience in supervising weddings and events, both small and large scale.
  • Delivering magical events for our guests will be your passion and motivation.
  • Your enthusiasm and charm will inspire both guests and colleagues.
  • Most of all, you will have a professional, organised and friendly approach and be able to anticipate our guests needs and create memories.

Company Benefits

Our Benefits include:
  • A competitive salary package plus a share of service charge.
  • This is a Full-Time role working 5 days out of 7 including weekends on a rota basis, 40 hours per week, which may vary depending on business needs.
  • Company pension scheme with a generous employer contribution.
  • Life assurance scheme.
  • Employee Assistance Program to support you with whatever life throws at you.
  • Company Sickness Scheme Benefit.
  • 28 days holiday per year including bank holidays, increasing to 33 days including bank holidays with length of service.
  • Forward career progression, with access to our In House and external training programs, including apprenticeships up to level 7, which are all supported by our learning and development team.
  • Discounted staff stays in our hotels and on food & drink.
  • Annual loyalty awards (like afternoon teas and overnight stays).
  • Online retail discount platform offering thousands of savings with high street retailers and restaurants as well as a health and well-being platform.
  • Opportunity to make lifelong friendships and be part of team that celebrates Diversity and Inclusion.
 
Hand Picked Hotels is an Equal Opportunities employer. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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