At Donnington & Co, we believe in doing things properly.
Set within the Berkshire countryside, our estate is home to a 111-bedroom hotel and spa, an 18-hole golf course, and our signature restaurant, PRESS. Just across the greens sits The Post Barn, our dedicated venue for events and celebrations.
For us, hospitality isn't a script; its remembering a name, knowing how a guest takes their coffee, and making sure every conversation feels natural. We dont go in for empty gestures; we go in for care, purpose, and doing the job right.
Were looking for people who take that same pride in their work. In return, we provide the kind of environment where you can actually master your craft. From structured training to genuine career development, we ensure your growth is as well-thought-out as our service. If you believe that hospitality is about the "small things done well," youll fit right in.
The Role: Events Coordinator
We are looking for an Events Coordinator to join our team on a permanent basis.
You dont need a long CV in hospitality to join us, well provide the training you need to master your craft. We simply ask for people who are reliable, observant, and genuinely enjoy looking after others.
You will be part of the Events and Reservations team which is the main point of contact for all booking enquiries and you and the team will be responsible for converting those enquiries into bookings as part of the sales process. From there, your role is to plan events and confirm bookings, communicating client requirements to both the internal and external team both verbally and in writing. You will communicate with guests over the phone, email and in person, leading site visits and planning meetings.
The successful applicant will be highly articulate, accurate and be extremely well presented. They will possess excellent communication skills at all levels and be adept at identifying customer needs and providing solutions to match these. Other key skills include being well organised, motivated, a good sales person with exceptional attention to detail and the desire to go the extra mile for our guests.
The shift patterns for this role includes but is not limited to 9-5.30pm, 10-6.30.pm, 11-7.30pm and includes some weekend working in which time off in lieu is provided.
Previous experience in organising events, a sales background or hospitality experience is preferred.
Why join Donnington & Co as an Events Coordinator?
We provide an environment where you can actually grow. Beyond the shift, we offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing and your career:
Fair Pay & Rewards: Competitive hourly rates plus a significant service charge
Flexibility: Early Pay (on-demand wage access) when you need it
Perks: High street discounts via Benefit Hub and generous stays at our two hotels, as well as membership discounts, Spa and Golf
Wellbeing: Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and Cycle to Work scheme.
Long Service Awards
We also know how to host our own, from summer BBQs to department social events, we make sure our working experience is as rewarding as our guest experience.
If you believe in care, purpose, and doing the job right and you think our Events Coordinator role is for you, wed love to hear from you.
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