Meeting & Events Executive, Hotel du Vin
Rate of Pay: £12.60 per hour plus tronc / Hours; 24 hours Type of Contract: Permanent Location: Hotel du Vin Exeter
It's all in the detail. From a meeting for 6 guests to a 100 cover wedding it’s all in the detail and you make it happen.
We create memories that our guests never forget. At Hotel du Vin we always go above and beyond the expectations and as Meetings and Events Executive you will be liaising with guests by email or phone often before the guest steps foot in the hotel. You will also be involved in showcasing the hotel and actively selling the Meeting and Event space to prospective clients when they visit the property.
Experience in a similar role is beneficial but a smile and personality is an absolute must. You will be confident in selling on the phone and be computer literate. You will be dealing with large corporate bookings, individual celebrations (weddings, anniversaries), seasonal and local community events. No two days will be the same.
Do you want to be part of something different, working with the best food, drink and a brand you can be proud of?
We create memories that our guests never forget. This could be the next step for you into a Meeting and Events Sales Manager role – we actively encourage internal development and progression. Onwards and upwards
This role is mainly office based with some weekend work required depending on the nature of events you are looking after.
In addition to competitive rates of pay we offer:
* Heavily discounted Staff Room Rates at Malmaison, Hotel du Vin and Frasers Hospitality with rooms available from £65 per night.
* Discounted Friends and Family Room Rate with 50% off best available rate.
* 35% off your bill when you dine in our Brasseries and Bistros
* Fully funded Apprenticeship programmes that support you in developing your career
* High Street Discounts on a range of high street shops, experiences, holidays and much much more
* Cycle to work scheme – save up to 40% on a wide range of bikes
* Healthcare Cash Plans - dental, optical, medical and more available from £5 per month
* Referral schemes that pay up to £1500 (just for getting your mates jobs!)
* A decent uniform that doesn’t make you look like an extra from a 70s TV sitcom.
* We have a Wellness & National Campaign Days Calendar which promotes and encourages activities like – Pay Day Lunches/Treats, National Popcorn Day, Mental Health Awareness week and more
* We work with Wagestream giving instant access to your pay as it’s earnt. Wagestream is a tool for everyday life that lets you get paid your way by letting you track your wages in real time, stream up to 50% of the money you’re already earned, learn easy tips to manage your money better and save direct from your salary
* We also offer complimentary stays on your 1st, 3rd and 5th anniversary with Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
* We are a proud sponsor of The Brain Charity, helping people with all forms of neurological conditions to lead longer, healthier, happier lives.
* Employee Assistance Programme – free, confidential advice available 24/7 to you and your family
Our Sustainability Goals:
* 100% of our electricity is generated using renewable energy with most of it coming from Wind Farms around the UK
* We recycle a minimum of 70% of the waste from our hotels. This target is achieved by everyone I the hotel focusing on the waste we produce and is championed by our Sustainability Council who work on project year round
* We have moved to a chemical free cleaning system in our bedrooms and public areas and an enzyme based eco-friendly system for our kitchens.
* Volunteer to work for sustainable charities 2 days per year on full pay instead of your normal workplace
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Frasers Hospitality, Malmaison & Hotel Du Vin are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.