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At RBH we believe our people are our biggest assets and understand the value in putting them first. Our approach to diversity in the workplace, health & wellbeing, sustainability and individuality sets us apart from our competitors and is one of the reasons we are rated Top 30 Best Places to Work in Hospitality! We are passionate about the industry and always on the look out for new talent to join us on our journey...
Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey with one of York's most iconic establishments?
The Principal hotel, nestled in the heart of York, is gearing up for an exhilarating chapter in its 145-year legacy with a thrilling rebrand.
As we elevate our standards and redefine luxury, we are on the lookout for a passionate and dynamic individual to join us as Conferencing & Events Assistant Manager.
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A, ASSISTANT CONFERENCING AND EVENTS MANAGER AT THE PRINCIPAL YORK
What you'll be doing...
Reporting to the Head of Conferencing and Events, you can expect your working day to include the following.
- Leading and motivating the team to get the best out of them on every shift
- Liasing with our event organiser to make sure their event is perfect ... from a wedding to a dinner to a conference
- Reading the function sheet, and briefing the team to ensure everybody knows what should happen and when
- Training the team to ensure they are able to give the best possible service to our guests
- Supporting the Head of Conferencing and Events in administration, event planning, rota and payroll management, employee relations, and staff engagement.
- Deputising for the Head of Conferencing and Eventds in their absence.
- Duty Manager shifts - so flexibility is essential
WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU
We hire mostly on personality & potential but here are a few of our requirements...
To succeed in the role of Assistant Conferencing and Events Manager, you will need the following qualities and skills.
- Team leader, Management or experience in Conferencing and Events in a large hotel and/or hospitality venue
- Experience of leading and motivating a team
- Can do attitude, willing to roll up your sleeves
- Flexibility - as some of our events can start early and some can finish late
- Warm and friendly personality, someone who can build a quick rapport with our customers
- Proactive and forward thinking
- Time manaagement
- Duty Manager experience (desirable)
WHAT WE OFFER
You will have access to a benefits package we believe truly works for our people and enhances our overall culture...
- Discounted hotel room rates for you and your friends & family
- Extra days holiday for your birthday
- Flexible working arrangements
- Pension
- Free meals on duty saving you over £1000 per year
To learn more about our full benefits package, click here to watch our employee benefits video.
THE PRINCIPAL YORK
The Principal York, steps from the train station, is the perfect base from which to discover the historic city of York. Blending the grandeur of late-Victorian architecture with the comforts of modern travel, The Principal York offers its guests the warmest welcome this side of the Pennines. Award-winning interior architects Goddard Littlefair have refurbished and restored the hotel's rooms and public spaces to create 155 elegant, comfortable bedrooms and suites in balanced, neutral tones that offer more than just a place to sleep. Free, superfast Wi-Fi with a maximum bandwidth of 100Mb is available throughout the hotel and if you decide to visit us by car, the hotel provides a car park for guests' use at a charge.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
RBH Hospitality Management is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We accept and celebrate our team for who they are and welcome people of all races, disabilities, sex, gender identities and reassignment, sexual orientation, ages, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. We keep our recruitment process simple and consider applicants on their abilities alone to ensure a fair interview process. If at any point throughout our process you require reasonable adjustments, please contact careers@rbhmanagement.com.
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