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Hotel Venue Manager

FS1 Recruitment - Marketing, Digital & Creative Recruitment
Posted 21 hours ago, valid for 8 days
Location

Reading, Berkshire RG31 4UR

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Our client is seeking a Hotel Venue Manager to oversee all aspects of the hotel's event and function spaces.
  • The ideal candidate should possess 3-5 years of experience in venue, banquet, or event management within the hospitality industry.
  • This role includes managing daily operations, coordinating events, and supervising venue staff to ensure exceptional guest experiences.
  • A Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or a related field is preferred, along with strong leadership and organizational skills.
  • The position offers a competitive salary, along with benefits such as free meals, parking, gym access, and discounts.

Our client is looking for a dynamic Hotel Venue Manager to oversee and manage all aspects of the hotel's event and function spaces. This role involves the coordination of events, supervision of venue staff, and ensuring exceptional guest experiences from inquiry to execution.

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a passion for hospitality, and a proven track record in managing venues or event spaces within a hotel or hospitality environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage the day-to-day operations of all hotel venues, including conference rooms, ballrooms, banquet halls, and event spaces.
  • Coordinate with sales, catering, and marketing teams to drive bookings and maximize venue utilization.
  • Oversee event planning, set-up, execution, and breakdown processes in alignment with client expectations and hotel standards.
  • Supervise and train venue staff, including event coordinators, setup crews, and AV technicians.
  • Prepare and manage departmental budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting.
  • Monitor inventory and ensure all necessary equipment and supplies are available and well-maintained.
  • Enforce health, safety, and hygiene regulations, ensuring compliance with legal and hotel standards.
  • Handle guest feedback, inquiries, and complaints in a professional and timely manner.

Essential skills:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
  • 3-5 years of experience in a venue, banquet, or event management role within the hospitality industry.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple events or tasks simultaneously.
  • Proficiency in event management software (Opera) and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Benefits:

  • Free meals while on shift
  • Free parking
  • Gym access
  • Discounts

About us:

FS1 Recruitment is a UK-based recruitment agency providing solutions within the Sales, Marketing and Creative fields for permanent, freelance and contract positions please contact us to discuss one of our many positions.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.