Job Summary
MCN Hospitality is looking for a person with a real passion for weddings to join our team as Weddings and Events Coordinator.
Shotton Grange is a luxury wedding venue in the north east, comprising of a Georgian manor house set in six acres of exquisite grounds. This was added to our original site, The Parlour at Blagdon which is situated just a hundred metres away, both on the outskirts of Newcastle upon Tyne.
Responsibilities
* As Weddings and Events Co-ordinator the successful candidate with be responsible for the following duties:
* To perform wedding and event show rounds and send quotations to close sales
* To work towards and surpass wedding and events sales targets
* To conduct wedding and event meetings with clients and create contracts with them.
* To work with the sales manager to organise events such as wedding showcases and open days
* To work closely with our recommended wedding suppliers
* To work with the sales manager to develop new sales strategies and marketing campaigns
* To promote the venues using our social media accounts
* To assist our happy couples with every aspect of their wedding from their first show round to the big day itself.
* To ensure each wedding and event is perfectly organised and executed to the highest standards.
* To respond and reply to all client enquiries in a timely and professional manner
Requirements
* Proven experience in event planning or wedding coordination is preferred.
* Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with clients and team members.
* Background in hospitality or guest services is a plus (hotel or restaurant experience).
* Familiarity with catering services and banquet management is advantageous.
* Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, as needed for events.
* A passion for creating memorable experiences through meticulous planning and execution. If you are a creative problem solver with a love for weddings and events, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity
Please submit your C.V along with a covering letter.
We do receive a lot of applications for all positions and therefore with regret we are unable reply to each unsuccessful candidate.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £28,500.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Discounted or free food
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person