Events Host

De Vere

  • Old Windsor, Berkshire
  • £12.30 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 21 days ago
De Vere Beaumont EstateDe Vere Beaumont Estate set in Old Windsor has a magnificent Georgian manor house as its centrepiece and is our largest hotel estate with 429 bedrooms, 45 meeting & event spaces, and over 40 acres of grounds. A hotel of this size means we have a variety of food and beverage outlets and some great bars on site, so we regularly host some pretty incredible conferences, events and weddings.Your commute: based just 3 miles from Windsor, minutes from J13 of the M25 and 15 minutes from Heathrow; Egham station is also 3 miles away with fast connections to London Waterloo and Reading.At De Vere, we warmly welcome everyone and foster a sense of belonging, where each person is valued and appreciated. Join our team and become part of a passionate group of individuals who genuinely care about the experiences we create for our guests and colleagues.Events HostAre you keen to be part of an events front of house team and help create memorable moments?We are recruiting for an Events Host to join our team at De Vere Beaumont Estate in Old Windsor.As an Events Host you will meet and welcome all our conference/events clients to help deliver a positive and memorable experience. You’ll have ensured that all function rooms are set up correctly prior to arrival and will then coordinate any additional requirements with regards to the event booking such as timing changes, printing, bedroom check ins, luggage storage or transport for guests. You will also assist the Food & Beverage team with serving food and drink to meetings/clients as required.This is a Full Time role and involves working a varied shift pattern.In return the role offers £12.30 per hour plus excellent benefits including free use of our leisure club facilities, meals on duty and an annual complimentary 2 night stay with dinner at a De Vere Hotel, to name just a few!What we look for in an Events Host:
  • High standards of presentation to create a positive first impression
  • Someone motivated by delivering high standards of service to ensure each and every guest has a memorable experience
  • Someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, juggling multiple tasks with enthusiasm
  • A confident team player who enjoys working with others and interacting with people
Benefits:The Pay & Benefits:At De Vere we pay attention to the thoughtful details that inspire the loyalty of our permanent colleagues. That’s why we are proud to offer the following benefits for the role of Events Host.
  • £12.30 per hour
  • Free meals on duty in our colleague dining facilities
  • Stay in shape with complimentary use of the Leisure Club facilities saving you money on costly gym memberships
  • We believe in celebrating your special moments too, which is why we offer an extra paid day off for your birthday, along with a £20 love to shop voucher.
  • Varied shift patterns and contracts available to suit your lifestyle, we are 24/7 operation, meaning shift patterns to suit everyone
  • As a token of our gratitude for your loyalty, we'll treat you to an annual complimentary 2-night stay with dinner in a De Vere property of your choice, plus additional monetary rewards for reaching long service milestones
  • Discover exclusive perks with our £50 colleague rates for overnight stays at De Vere properties, accompanied by a fantastic 50% discount on Food & Beverage.
  • 28 days holiday each year (increasing annually up to 33 days)
  • Venue closure over the Christmas period allowing you time off to enjoy the festive season
  • Explore our Exclusively Yours Benefits portal, unlocking hundreds of discounts on retail, travel, and leisure activities.
  • We are committed to your growth and offer excellent career progression opportunities, including access to our Apprenticeship programmes and study support.
  • Take advantage of our Employee Assistance Programme, Hospitality Action, providing 24/7 health and wellbeing support, including free counselling.
  • Experience the flexibility and convenience of Wagestream, our financial wellbeing platform, granting you instant access to your pay when you need it.
  • We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our monthly colleague recognition programme, You Are De Vere, culminating in an exciting annual colleague recognition event.
  • Subsidised travel options to support your journey to or from work
  • Join a supportive team that knows how to have fun with regular team appreciation events, including memorable Christmas and Summer parties.
  • Gain peace of mind with our Company Life Assurance scheme, ensuring financial security for your loved ones.

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