Events Team Leader/ Event Support Expert

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Portsmouth Marriott Hotel is looking for an Events Team Leader/ Event Support Expert (Full Time) to help support and lead the fantastic Conference and Banqueting Team!

We are looking for a passionate Events Team Leader/ Event Support Expert (Full Time) wanting to deliver a first-class experience at the world leading hospitality company Portsmouth Marriott Hotel located near famous landmarks such as the Spinnaker Tower has a range of amenities including: Cast Iron Bar & Grill, our signature restaurant and fitness centre.  

The Portsmouth Marriott Hotel provides exceptional, personal, and friendly service whilst catering to a variety of guests.

At Portsmouth Marriott there is the opportunity to progress your career in a supportive environment!

The impact you’ll make as an Events Team Leader/ Event Support Expert

You will enjoy working with and leading a well-synchronized service staff, prepared to do whatever it takes to pull off a flawless event. When the guests arrive, they will be pleased to find your polished appearance and dedication to exceptional service that delights in the details. You will feel a sense of accomplishment knowing that you’ve impressed each guest with personalized attention. 

What you’ll be doing as an Events Team Leader/ Event Support Expert

·  Prepare coffee breaks, carts and stations with appropriate supplies
·  Organize tables, action stations, buffets, and carts for service
·  Communicate any additional meal requirements or special requests to the kitchen
·  Ensure courses are properly cleared and crumbed in a timely fashion
·  Manage the presentation of tableware so that it is accessible for the guests
·  Monitor cleanliness and proper sanitization of tables, stations and service areas
·  Lead shifts and Serves as a role model to our fantastic banqueting team
·  Lead on delivery of our amazing range of conference and events
·  Organize the day to day running of our events to ensure a smooth and seamless operation
·  Support the Restaurant and Bar operation within our Cast Iron Bar and Grill.
·  Works closely and efficiently with our passionate Sales and Events department

A successful Events Team Leader/ Event Support Expert is someone who…

·  Enjoys the fast-paced operation
·  Leads by example and is a team player
·  Can communicate clearly (verbal, listening, writing)
·  Is proactive, reliable and can support shifts including weekends and bank holidays

In return for your hard work as a Events Team Leader/ Event Support Expert, you will receive… 

·  Discounted stays at over 8,100 hotels worldwide!
·  Discounted food & drink in all our restaurants and bars
·  Discounts for your friends and family
·  Wellness and mental health programmes
·  20 Holiday days, increasing with length of service
·  Double pay for bank holidays
·  Gratuities
·  Company sick pay after 6 months of service
·  World class training and development
·  Unlimited career opportunities (internationally and locally)
·  Staff parties
·  Free meal on shift
·  Free car parking
·  Service awards and recognition gifts

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.