Assistant Conference and Banqueting Manager

Aim of the Assistant Conference and Banqueting Manager role

To assist the Conference and Banqueting Manager, take responsibility for allocated areas in Conference & Banqueting and maximise customer satisfaction throughout, following planned requests as described by events road sheet, anticipating extra guest requests, responding to special requests positively.

What's in it for you as Assistant Conference & Banqueting Manager?

• Up to £31,176 annual salary based on hours contracted
• Up to £6,600 estimated annual service charge (non-contractual)
• Meals included on duty
• Employee recognition awards
• Cashback healthcare cover
• Career development on your Chewton Glen journey with recognised training providers
• Generous friends and family rate at Iconic Luxury Hotels
• 25% discount on all food and beverage
• Discount on spa treatment and products
• Refer a friend incentive
• Team social events, seasonal gifts and much more…

Key Assistant Conference and Banqueting Manager responsibilities:

• To be confident in following and completing any instructions given to you by your Conference & Banqueting Manager or any senior member of staff.
• To take pride and ensure Food & Beverage will be served by Hotel Standards and in the required time according to Event road sheet.
• To effectively manage your time and productivity whilst at work.
• To prepare appropriate mise-en-place, as polishing Silverware, glasses and chinaware. Showing passion and pride in your work.
• To set up conference room, as instructed by management and events road sheet
• To have pride in achieving and keeping a high Standard of personal hygiene and appearance.
• To attend briefings and departmental meetings.
• Act in accordance with fire, health and safety regulations and follow the correct procedures when the situation arises.
• To show flexibility and understanding teamwork, whilst carrying out additional tasks as instructed and by reasonable request from the leadership team.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures as outlined by the hotel.
• All staff should be confident in understanding and executing the company's policies and procedures with respect to privacy, confidentiality and data protection.

Deputy Conference and Banqueting Manager - About you 

• Experience in a Receptionist role within a 4* or 5* hotel would be desirable
• Experience in a Food & Beverage role within a 4* or 5* hotel would be desirable
• Experience using Opera
• Having keen eye for detail, organisational skills and confident in communicating with the team

A true English original, Chewton Glen is a privately owned luxury country house hotel & spa located in the heart of the tranquil New Forest countryside and just minutes from the coast. Just two hours from London it is a perfect place to escape to. With a 9 hole golf course, tennis courts, endless country and coastal walks as well as an award winning spa, gym and large outdoor pool there is something for everyone.