The Role
You hold an important key to the hotel's success as the Conference & Banqueting Manager.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage the conference & Banqueting facilities on site, optimising availability and maximising client experience through effective planning and smooth delivery of services.
* Collaborate with Sales to understand event requirements and preferences.
* Plan and coordinate all aspects of conferences, banquets, and events, including meeting space, catering, audio-visual equipment, and decor.
* Act as the main point of contact for clients throughout the execution phases of events.
* Ensure that all queries/requests are handled in a professional and proactive manner to deliver a faultless client experience.
* Obtain feedback in a timely fashion to analyse the quality of delivery.
* Oversee and manage a team of banquet and event staff.
* Develop and implement SOPs for every aspect of the C&B department.
* Maximise revenue and profitability from all market segments.
* Effectively manage and co-ordinate conference/event enquiries, databases, reports, and site inspections.
* Maintain a high standard of cleanliness throughout the department.
Requirements:
* A proven track record with conferences, banqueting & events.
* Results-driven and able to work independently and in a team.
* Previous supervisor experience in C&B / F&B.
About the Hotel
Lough Rea Hotel and Spa is one of the most highly recommended and well-known venues in Galway.
Situated just outside the quaint town of Loughrea overlooking Loughrea Lake.
Guests can enjoy the Rooftop Garden Bar and Sky Lounge, boasting panoramic views of Loughrea Lake and the Galway countryside.
The hotel features 91 bedrooms, Shore Island Spa, ample free car parking on site, Lir Bar & Brasserie, Abbey Restaurant, a large conference suite, and 6 breakout rooms catering for conferences up to 500 people.