Conference and Banqueting Manager

Job Purpose

The Conference and Banqueting Manager is responsible for driving the success of conferences, corporate events, and weddings within a prestigious historic city\-centre venue. This role combines operational excellence with a strong sales focus, ensuring exceptional guest experiences while maximizing revenue—particularly through proactive upselling of beverage packages and premium event enhancements.

Key Responsibilities

Event Planning \& Delivery

• Oversee the end\-to\-end planning and execution of conferences, corporate events, weddings, and private functions


• Act as the primary operational contact for clients from confirmation through to event delivery


• Ensure all events reflect the venue’s historic character, company standards, and service excellence


• Lead event briefings and ensure seamless coordination across all departments

• Actively drive event revenue through strategic upselling of beverage packages, drinks receptions, wine pairings, and premium bar offerings


• Work closely with the sales team to convert enquiries into confirmed business


• Identify opportunities to enhance guest spend while maintaining value and experience


• Monitor event forecasts, revenue performance, and profitability

• Deliver flawless weddings with a high\-touch, detail\-driven approach


• Manage corporate clients with professionalism, discretion, and efficiency


• Support site visits, tastings, and planning meetings to secure and retain business

• Recruit, train, schedule, and motivate the conference and banqueting team


• Lead by example to deliver polished, attentive, and confident service


• Ensure staffing levels align with business demands and revenue targets

• Be present and visible during events as the senior operational lead


• Handle guest feedback and resolve issues promptly and professionally


• Build strong client relationships to encourage repeat business and referrals

• Manage labor costs, and work with the Beverage Manager to manage beverage margins, stock control, and operational budgets


• Ensure all event spaces, bars, and historic features are presented to the highest standard


• Maintain accurate event documentation and billing

• Ensure compliance with all health \& safety, food hygiene, licensing, and alcohol service regulations


• Uphold venue policies while adapting to the complexities of a historic building

Essential

· Proven experience as a Conference \& Banqueting Manager or similar role

· Strong sales mindset with demonstrated success in upselling food and beverage offerings

· Experience managing high\-end corporate events and weddings

· Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills

· Ability to manage multiple events simultaneously in a fast\-paced environment

· Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends

Desirable

· Experience working within historic, premium, or city\-centre venues

· Hospitality or event management qualification

· Strong wine, beverage, or bar operations knowledge

Personal Attributes

· Polished, professional, and commercially drive

· Confident communicator with strong client\-facing presence

· Detail\-oriented with a passion for exceptional service

· Calm, adaptable, and solutions\-focused under pressure

Experience:

• Management : 1 year (preferred)

• United Kingdom (required)

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