Conference & Banqueting Manager

Conference & Banqueting Manager
Location: Sussex
Salary: £38,000 + Service Charge
Hours: 40 per week
 

Pineapple Recruitment is proud to partner with an esteemed luxury hotel in Sussex to offer an outstanding opportunity for a Conference & Banqueting Manager. This is a rare chance to lead a dedicated and professional team within the Food & Beverage department of an award-winning establishment.

As part of the senior leadership team, you will oversee all Conference & Banqueting operations, ensuring seamless event execution and an exceptional guest experience. You will also play a key role in the broader Food & Beverage service, driving quality, efficiency, and profitability across all outlets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Conference & Banqueting team, ensuring first-class service and smooth event operations.
• Oversee all Food & Beverage services throughout the hotel, ensuring high standards of quality and consistency.
• Act as a key point of contact for Event Organisers, providing expert guidance and support.
• Motivate and develop the team through training, recognition, and retention strategies.
• Ensure all staff are highly trained and equipped to deliver excellence in service.
• Provide mentoring, coaching, and regular feedback to enhance team performance.
• Take ownership of cost control, ensuring budgets and financial targets are met.
• Drive sales initiatives, maximising revenue opportunities across the department.
• Monitor guest satisfaction through feedback analysis and implement improvements as needed.
• Act as Duty Manager when required, representing the hotel at the highest level.

What Our Client Is Looking For:

• Strong leadership experience within Conference & Banqueting or high-end Food & Beverage operations.
• A passion for luxury hospitality, with a guest-first mindset.
• Proven ability to drive revenue, control costs, and maximise profitability.
• Excellent organisational skills with a keen eye for detail.
• A dynamic leader who can motivate and develop a high-performing team.
• Experience in working within a structured, high-end hotel environment.

Why Join?

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a renowned hotel, where training and personal development are prioritised. The hotel has an exceptional reputation for staff training and career growth, making it an ideal environment for ambitious hospitality professionals.

Benefits Include:
✔ Competitive salary above the living wage
✔ Generous share of monthly Service Charge
✔ Career development & accredited training
✔ Long service holiday rewards & incentives
✔ Free meals prepared by a talented kitchen team
✔ Employee Assistance Programme for well-being support
✔ Free on-site parking
✔ Generous ‘Refer a Friend’ scheme
✔ Exclusive discounted stays at partner hotels

If you are an experienced Conference & Banqueting Manager looking to make your mark at a prestigious luxury hotel, we’d love to hear from you!

Pineapple Recruitment is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client and is acting as a Recruitment Agency.