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Conference and Events Host

Hilton Manchester Deansgate

303 Deansgate
Manchester, England M3 4LQ
United Kingdom

279 Room Hotel
Managed By Hilton
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Full-Time

Description

WELCOME TO A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIESAT THE WORLD'S #1 BEST WORKPLACE, AWARDED BY GREAT PLACE TO WORK & FORTUNE. - No two days or two hotels are the same, but our spirit and passion for hospitality always brings all our teams together to create a culture of inclusiveness, positivity and drive to achieve our common goal. “To share the light and warmth of hospitality”. With amazing training, resources and support from both managers and colleagues, there is always an opportunity to develop and grow. 

A WORLD OF REWARDS

  • Hourly rate of £11.80 plus service charge 
  • Free and healthymeals when on duty
  • Discounted Membership Rates to wellness facilities, featuring a pool, gym, sauna and steam room
  • Team events and initiatives such as cinema visits or staff parties, team treats and wellness days
  • Grow your Career
  • Personal Development programmes designed to support you at every step of your career
  • A chance to make a difference through our Corporate Responsibility programmes – Find out what and how we are doing (https://cr.hilton.com)
  • Team Member Travel Program: discounted hotel nights plus 50% off Food and Beverages (subject to individual outlets)
  • Team Member Referral Program
  • Peoples pension with employers contribution
  • High street discounts: with Perks at Work
  • Holiday: 28 daysincluding bank holidays (increasing yearly to up to 33 days)
  • Discounted dental and health cover
  • Guest Experience Day after successfully passing probation

A Conference and Events Host is responsible for seating guests and managing table set-ups to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience while working to achieve departmental targets.

What will I be doing?

As a Conference and Events Host you are responsible for welcoming clients, ensuring meeting rooms are set up to their requirements. A Host will also be required to work in all areas of Conference and Events department and strive to achieve departmental targets. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

  • Welcome guests in a polite and friendly manner
  • Coordinate meeting rooms for clients
  • Serve food in time with requirements of the day
  • Ad hoc admin roles in line with departmental requirements
  • Manage guest queries in a timely and efficient manner
  • Ensure compliance of brand standards
  • Strive to achieve departmental targets
  • Ensure cleanliness of work areas
  • Comply with hotel security, fire regulations and all health and safety legislation
  • Comply with local licensing laws
  • Be environmentally aware
  • Assist other departments wherever necessary and maintain good working relationships

What are we looking for?

A Conference and Events Host serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

  • Positive attitude
  • Good communication skills
  • Commitment to delivering high levels of customer service
  • Excellent grooming standards
  • Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations
  • Ability to work on your own or in teams
  • Computer literacy
  • Experience with working with sensitive data and ensure confidentiality of information.

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

  • Previous Food and Beverage and/or industry experience
  • Experience in an admin role

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands.  Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day.  And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

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Posted October 16, 2024

Hilton Manchester Deansgate

At A Glance

Hilton Manchester Deansgate showcases stylish rooms and suites, a stunning cocktail bar with panoramic views and magnificent event space, all in the heart of Manchester. Housed in the 47-story iconic Beetham Tower, this Manchester hotel is a destination in itself. Discover exciting attractions nearby, including the iconic Old Trafford football stadium, or enjoy the city’s bustling nightlife.

Choose the perfect space for a successful event. We offer 20,409 sq. ft. of event space including a dedicated boardroom, 11 flexible meeting rooms and the Deansgate Suite which accommodates up to 600 guests. For a special occasion, choose the unique experience of Cloud 23.

  • City center hotel in Beetham Tower – the 11th tallest building in the UK
  • 1 mile from Manchester Piccadilly Railway Station; 23 minutes from Manchester Airport
  • Contemporary guest rooms and suites with floor-to-ceiling windows and stunning city views
  • LivingWell™ Health Club, swimming pool, whirlpool, sauna and steam room
  • Podium Restaurant, Bar & Lounge, and Cloud 23, Manchester's stylish destination bar
  • Conference and events facilities for up to 600 Guests