Meeting & Events Manager
About the job
Liaise with clients to oversee the development, coordination and delivery conferences, meetings and private events.
To produce detailed function sheets for each event and to send out in a timely fashion - to then work in collaboration with our operations team to ensure the delivery of the event exceeds our client's expectations
To communicate, maintain and develop new and existing client relationships
Manage operational and administrative functions to ensure specific projects are delivered efficiently
Ensuring excellent customer service at all times
To work as part of the sales team; to contribute to and assist senior management in promoting hotel goals
Ensure there is effective communication of all events to all hotel departments
Liase closely with the operations team including working alongside C&B Manager, F&B Outlet Manager and Executive Head Chef during Weddings and Events.
To promote sell-up opportunity, up-sell of F&B outlets as appropriate
Tucked away in a quiet corner of 'The Velvet Strand', one of Ireland's most stunning stretches of uninterrupted coastline - the historic Portmarnock Hotel & Golf Links, once the family home of the Jameson Dynasty awaits.With an award-winning Links Golf Course, and Spa and the historic Jameson Bar, Portmarnock Hotel & Golf Links is the perfect coastal retreat.
We now have an excellent opportunity for a professional Meetings and Events Manager to join our Sales team. Reporting to the Director of Sales, you will be responsible for the coordination of conference and banqueting events and the effective detailed communication of these events to the operations team.
We believe that by taking care of our team members, we create a positive atmosphere that benefits both our team members and guests. We want you to love coming to work and also find that working with Northland has a positive influence on your life outside of work.
- PERKS FROM DAY 1 20 days holiday per annum Flexible schedule Free Parking whilst on shift Free Meal on Duty Gym Access Free Golf Rewards and recognition Growth opportunities Dedicated Training Programme Employee & Immediate Family Assistance Programme Referral Bonus starting at £250 PERKS AFTER 3 MONTHS Team, Friends and Family Hotel rates Up to 40% of food discounts ½ price lift tickets at Grouse Mountain and Revelstoke Mountain Resort Dallas Stars NHL Game discounts PERKS AFTER 12 MONTHS X3 complimentary nights stays to use in the UK, Ireland or North America
- Department: Event
About you
Experience in a similar role is required
Knowledge of Opera V5/Opera Cloud or a similar system is required
Passion, energy, enthusiasm
Have a real understanding of a hotel events department
The ability to work effectively whilst prioritising multiple tasks
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to work on own initiative
Excellent communication skills with excellent spoken & written English
Previous 4/5* hotel experience
Have a structured and organized approach to work planning
The company
Portmarnock Hotel & Golf Links is the perfect combination of history, luxury and ambition to be the best in what we do. With our 2-AA Rosette awarded Restaurants, our award-winning spa and our championship links golf course we understand that our greatest asset is our people. We are driven by desire to create the best possible experience for our guest’s and hence as employers we strive to provide progression and development for each member of our team. If you have a hunger for progression with a flair for high standards and quality in service, you will find to be the right fit amongst our talented team
At Portmarnock Hotel & Golf Links we are extremely proud of our Team. Through our Core Values of Respect, Genuine Care, Teamwork, Pride, Fun, Innovation and Passion we encourage continuous growth for each and every member of the team.
As an employer we strive to provide a high standard of working conditions and career development opportunities. We are committed to the continuous development of both our people and our property. Internal transfers and career progression are encouraged and open to all. Portmarnock Hotel & Golf Links is an equal opportunities employer.
We offer competitive rates of pay and we reward hard work and outstanding customer service with initiatives such as Employee of the Month and Catch me at my Best.
With an award-winning Links Golf Course, an award-winning Spa, and two award-winning restaurants, Portmarnock Hotel & Golf Links is truly a majestic place both for the customer and for our current as well as our future employees.
