Overview
Hand Picked Hotels is a collection of 21 privately owned, luxury country houses and coastal retreats. Each hotel is individually selected for its character, location, and guest experience. We are currently recruiting for an Assistant Sales & Events Manager at Rookery Hall Hotel & Spa, part of Hand Picked Hotels. Rookery Hall Hotel & Spa is located in Nantwich, Cheshire, and blends old-world charm with modern amenities, holding 4 AA Red Star status and notable dining accolades.
Responsibilities
* The role involves proactively driving sales activities for the hotel across all sectors, including hotel events, private dining, leisure experiences, corporate and conference, from a local perspective alongside the Sales and Events Manager.
* Work with local destination houses and partners from a B2B and B2C perspective.
* Support the development, execution, and maintenance of the hotel and Hand Picked Hotels sales and marketing plan.
* Help manage social media on property, engage with the local community, raise awareness and engagement.
* Be a confident and effective networker who can build relationships externally and internally.
* Be inspired, have fun and enjoy being part of the Hand Picked Team.
About You
* To be considered for this role you will have current sales experience within a 4/5-star luxury hotel or similar environment.
* Essential you are driven and enjoy working within a sales role with set targets and objectives.
* Demonstrate a methodical, highly organized, and systematic approach to your work.
* Excellent communication and presentation skills with a strong attention to detail.
* Professional, organized, friendly, and able to anticipate guest needs and create memorable experiences.
* Own transport and ability to travel as required.
Our Benefits Include
* A competitive salary package of £33,945 per year plus a share of service charge.
* Full-time role working 5 days out of 7 including weekends on a rota basis, 40 hours per week, with variations based on business needs.
* Company pension scheme with generous employer contribution.
* Life assurance, Employee Assistance Program, and Company Sickness Scheme Benefit.
* 28 days holiday per year including bank holidays, increasing to 33 days with length of service.
* Career progression and access to training programs, including apprenticeships up to level 7.
* £30 staff stays per room Bed & Breakfast and 25% discount on food & drink, plus annual loyalty awards.
* Online retail discount platform and a health and well-being platform.
* Opportunity to build lasting relationships within a diverse and inclusive team.
Hand Picked Hotels is an Equal Opportunities employer. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
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