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Assistant conference and banqueting manager

Dalkeith
Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh
Assistant
Posted: 11h ago
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When you join the Sheraton family, you become a member of its global community. We've been a place to gather and connect since 1937. At Sheraton, associates create a sense of belonging in more than 400 communities around the world. We invite, we welcome, and we connect guests through engaging experiences and thoughtful service. If you're a team player who is excited to deliver a meaningful guest experience, we encourage you to explore your next career opportunity with Sheraton. Join us on our mission to be 'The World's Gathering Place'. In joining Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work,? begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global? team, and become the best version of you.
Conference and Banqueting professional to join our team here at the Sheraton Grand Hotel and Spa, Edinburgh as Assistant Manager.
Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa is one of Scotland's leading 5 star hotels. As the largest 5 star hotel, we also have the biggest banqueting and meeting facilities of any hotel in Edinburgh with a capacity of up to 500 in our Edinburgh Suite as well as flexible meeting spaces catering for a wide variety of events and conferences.
As our ideal candidate, you will have at least 2years experience in events and banqueting and be able to manage a large team
Duties include, but are not limited to
To manage the day to day operation of the Banqueting Department, with the support of the C&B Manager
Pro-active leadership and development of the team to ensure key targets are achieved.
Liaising with the C&B manager to create a working environment that supports organizational and core values
To deliver outstanding customer service
Essential functions of the role include:
Develop key strategies, with the C&B manager and the team in identifying key customer needs and work with them to develop initiatives to meet/exceed these needs.
To provide regular feedback to management including the Events Manager, and other managers as appropriate on operational issues, standards and procedures.
Working with the team to develop strategies to enhance customer service and core standards - taking a 'back to basics' approach.
Manage both Banquet Operations through effective leadership and development of the team to ensure key targets are met. This will involve taking a 'hands-on' approach to 'lead by example' and demonstrate best practice.
Supportive functions include:
Ensure full liaison with other members of Hotel teams through Daily ops meetings, departmental meetings
Develop strong communication strategies with all members of the Banqueting team
Develop good working relationship with others including the kitchen team and event planning teams,
Develop and maintain excellent working relationship with other departments in the hotel
Requirements:
We are looking for someone who is energetic and self-motivated with a "can do" attitude and who is ready to take the next step on your career path.
Our expectations of you will be that you are able to work on your own initiative as well as part of a team and have a strong desire to improve on your skills and knowledge as well as:
Extensive Knowledge of Internet/MS Office applications and related IT preferred.
Lead and support the team
To project a pleasant and positive professional image to all contacts at all times
Great Customer Service Skills - Must enjoy guest interaction and be able to anticipate guest needs and maintain a positive and professional attitude at all times.
Must be able to maintain a high level of product and service knowledge in order to explain and sell services and facilities to guests.
Must be a Team Player - Demonstrate experience of building positive working relationships and promoting team spirit.
Excellent command of English language (verbal and written)
You will join a fun loving and passionate team who excel in delivering world class standards and live and breathe the brand culture.
So why work for the world's largest hospitality company?
A competitive salary plus free meals whilst on duty.
28 days holiday each year, including bank holidays, this increases up to a maximum of 33 days (pro rata) after further service
Worldwide employee and friends & family hotel room rates plus hotel and spa experiences as part of your induction.
50% off all F&B outlets within the hotel and 20% F&B discount in other Marriott hotels!
Discounts off your supermarket shop, other shopping and experiences through our Marriott Benefit Hub
50% off Spa Treatments and £50 gym membership within our One Spa!
24/7 and employee healthcare plan with access to Mental Healthcare first aiders
Refer a friend to work with us and receive a £500 bonus
Opportunities for career progression and to transfer around the world plus opportunities to get involved in our charitable and community activities
Many more benefits however most importantly, we'll help you grow, and develop you as an individual

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

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