Conference & Events Assistant - King Street Townhouse Hotel & Spa

at  THG

ABOUT THG

We’re a fast-moving, global technology group that specialises in taking brands direct to consumers. We’re home to a portfolio of leading brands and sites including Myprotein, ESPA, LOOKFANTASTIC, and Cult Beauty, all of which are powered by our fully integrated digital commerce ecosystem, THG Ingenuity.
We handle everything in-house, including technology, content creation, e-commerce, marketing, manufacturing, new product development, and logistics. This comprehensive approach ensures we can fully realise our vision and maintain our leadership in a rapidly evolving global industry.
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Conference & Events Assistant to join us at King Street Townhouse Hotel. You will be responsible for maintaining the highest standard of professionalism in all areas of operation and carry out all duties to our world class standards.
The hotel also includes King Street Tavern (bar, restaurant and wine cellars), afternoon tea rooms, conferencing & event space, gym and treatment rooms, which are available to hotel guests. King Street Townhouse boasts some amazing features, such as its rooftop infinity spa pool, with views of the spires and clock tower of Manchester’s iconic town hall. The hotel prides itself in its reputation for special events and occasions. As such we are very popular for christenings, wedding parties, anniversaries and birthday celebrations. In addition to this we also have regular corporate banquets and events. Explore more about King Street Townhouse Hotel here.

APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS:

• Able to work under pressure
• Previous experience and knowledge of food and beverage
• Great attitude towards work & colleagues
• Desire to learn new skills
• Experience working in a diverse environment
• Good communication skills
• Team-working skills
• Self-motivated
• Good people skills

ABOUT THG EXPERIENCE:

THG Experience is home to our portfolio of prestige event locations and luxury properties - including Hale Country Club & Spa, King Street Townhouse Hotel, Great John Street Hotel and 100 King Street. Through these venues, we create exceptional experiences, services and content - all of which ensure that our portfolio of brands and partners make real-world connections with their customers that create a lasting impact.
We also collaborate closely with THG Society, our influencer marketing platform, which allows brands to access extraordinary locations, create content and host events with influencers and clients.
THG Experience is perfectly positioned to deliver rapid growth for THG’s fast-moving, global brands. It’s an incredibly exciting time to be joining the team. Explore more about THG here.

• Prepare rooms for conference guests, may include but is not limited to: placement of furniture, preparation and placement of welcome package, testing AV equipment, etc.
• Set up rooms for large events (Weddings, Birthday parties, Corporate Events)
• Prepare set ups for tables and/or rooms
• Prepare equipment (tables, chairs etc.), cutlery, crockery and glassware for upcoming events
• Keep inventory of conference supplies
• Welcome guests in a polite and friendly manner
• Take and deliver customer orders, consistently demonstrating high levels of customer service
• Follow cash handling procedures
• Manage guest queries in a timely and efficient manner
• Up-sell with latest departmental incentives
• 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
• Assist other departments wherever necessary and maintain good working relationships