Conference and Events Support Expert

Job description

Are you a friendly, confident and enthusiastic individual seeking a career in hospitality? We have an exciting opportunity in our Conference & Banqueting team as an Event Service Expert. The Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel has been providing a 4 star luxury experience in the heart of Bristol for over 150 years, and has an international reputation for excellence. Marriott’s award winning in house development program recognizes, nurtures and promotes talent. Benefit from industry leading training, whilst also having the opportunity to transfer internationally within the largest hotel network in the world.

Our jobs aren’t just about putting food on the table that our guests will enjoy until they ask for their bill. Instead, we want to build an experience that is memorable and unique – with food and drinks on the side. Our Event Support Experts take the initiative and deliver a wide range of services to make sure that guests enjoy their meal. Whether setting tables, communicating with the kitchen, interacting and serving guests, or cleaning work areas and supplies.

Main Duties- 

·  Promoting a welcoming environment.
·  Communicate additional meal requirements, allergies, dietary needs, and special requests to the kitchen.
·  Set tables according to type of event and service standards, including types of linens, glassware, plate/chinaware, and silver/flatware, ensuring all supplies meet quality standards.
·  Maintain cleanliness of work areas throughout the day, practicing clean-as-you-go procedures to ensure that Marriott Brand Standards are maintained.
·  Prepare tables, action stations, buffets, service carts, dessert table/carts and cordial carts with specified tools, wares and equipment according to company standards.
·  Replenish buffet items to ensure consistency and freshness in presentation from opening to closing.
·  To be flexible to work in all areas including executive lounge, bar, restaurant and room service

What do you need to apply?

You do not have to have any specific qualifications in order to apply, but desirable if you have at least 1 year of related work experience within hospitality.  We look for enthusiasm, ability to adapt, well presented, excellent attitude to work and flexibility to work all shift patterns.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of “Wonderful Hospitality. Always.” by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name that’s synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

JW Marriott is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 100 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if you’re happy, our guests will be happy. JW Marriott associates are confident, innovative, genuine, intuitive, and carry on the legacy of the brand’s namesake and company founder, J.Willard Marriott. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where you’ll be part of a community and enjoy true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can pursue your passions in a luxury environment with a focus on holistic well-being. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. That’s The JW Treatment™. In joining JW Marriott, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work,​ begin  your purpose,  belong  to an amazing global​ team, and  become  the best version of you.