Conference & banqueting Work, Jobs in Manchester (with Salaries)

Assistant Conference & Banqueting Manager
Manchester Hall —Manchester
- £30,420 a year
- Weekend availability
- Bar
- Sales
- Organisational skills
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6d
Meetings and Events Operations Manager
FAIRMONT —Knutsford
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- English
- Hotel
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Food & Beverage Assistant
THG Ingenuity —Manchester
- Weekend availability
- Hospitality
- Customer service
- Hotel
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Bar Supervisor Banqueting
FAIRMONT —Knutsford
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Bar
- In-person
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Assistant Food and Beverage Manager
Cottons Hotel & Spa —Knutsford
- Weekend availability
- Hospitality
- Bar
- Hotel
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Food and Beverage Team Member
Mercure Haydock —St Helens
- Part-time
- Hospitality
- Bar
- Customer service
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1d
Assistant Manager
Alderley Edge Hotel —Nether Alderley
- Up to £33,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bar
- Hotel
- Human resources
- Employee discount
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Food & Beverage Manager
Marriott Manchester Victoria and Albert Hotel —Manchester
- Weekend availability
- Hospitality
- Bar
- Hotel
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7d
Guest Service Assistant
Holiday Inn Leeds-Brighouse —Brighouse
- £12.71 an hour
- Part-time
- Hospitality
- Bar
- Microsoft Office
- Employee discount
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1d
Chef (Full Time)
MACCLESFIELD FOOTBALL CLUB LIMITED —Macclesfield
- £15 - £17 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Hospitality
- Bar
- Management
- Gym membership
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House Keeping Supervisor
Mercure Haydock —St Helens
- Part-time
- Hospitality
- Customer service
- Hotel
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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4h
Breakfast Chef
Mercure St-Helens Hotel —St Helens
- £12.71 an hour
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Hotel
- In-person
- Free parking
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Head of Housekeeping
Mercure Haydock —St Helens
- Full-time
- Management
- Hotel
- Organisational skills
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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4h
Hotel Manager
Holiday Inn Leeds-Brighouse —Brighouse
- £43,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hotel
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
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C&E Sous Chef
Eastlands Venue Services Limited —Manchester
- Hospitality
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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Sous Chef
Mercure Haydock —St Helens
- £31,775 a year
- Weekend availability
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- Hotel
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Chef de Partie
Mercure Haydock —St Helens
- £14 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- Hotel
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Pastry Chef de Partie
The Midland —Manchester
- Hotel
- Food service
- Referral programme
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Assistant Conference & Banqueting Manager

Manchester Hall
Manchester

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Job details

Full-time
£30,420 a year
6 days ago

Benefits

On-site parking

Qualifications

Sales
Upselling
Assistant manager experience
Organisational skills
Business coaching
Communication skills

Full job description

Job Purpose

The Assistant Food & Beverage Manager – Conferences & Events supports the Conference & Banqueting Manager in the delivery of exceptional corporate events, conferences, and weddings, with a strong emphasis on beverage excellence and revenue growth. This role plays a key part in driving beverage upselling strategies across bars and event service while coordinating closely with the Beverage Manager to maintain standards, training, and product knowledge.

Reporting & Team Structure

Direct Line Management: Conference & Banqueting Assistants
Operational Responsibility: Bartenders and Wine Waiters (in collaboration with the Beverage Manager)
Dotted Line Reporting: Beverage Manager for beverage standards, training, and product development

Key Responsibilities

Event Operations & Service Delivery

Support the Conference & Banqueting Manager in the planning and execution of all conferences, corporate events, and weddings
Oversee on-the-floor event operations, ensuring smooth service flow and adherence to event specifications
Act as a senior operational presence during events, leading teams and resolving issues in real time

Beverage Leadership & Upselling

Drive proactive upselling of beverage options including premium wine selections, drinks receptions, cocktail packages, and upgraded bar offerings
Coach Conference & Banqueting Assistants, Bartenders, and Wine Waiters on confident beverage recommendations and guest engagement
Ensure beverage service enhances the overall guest experience and maximizes revenue opportunities
Support tastings, client meetings, and event briefings with a strong focus on beverage storytelling and value

Team Management & Development

Line manage Conference & Banqueting Assistants, including training, scheduling, performance management, and development
Provide day-to-day leadership and operational direction to Bartenders and Wine Waiters in alignment with the Beverage Manager
Promote a culture of professionalism, product knowledge, and sales confidence across all event service teams

Collaboration with Beverage Manager

Work closely with the Beverage Manager to ensure beverage menus, pricing, and standards are effectively implemented at events
Support training initiatives related to wines, spirits, cocktails, and responsible alcohol service
Provide feedback on event performance, guest preferences, and sales trends

Financial & Commercial Focus

Support the achievement of beverage revenue targets and margin controls
Monitor stock usage, wastage, and bar setup efficiency during events
Identify opportunities to increase average spend per guest through creative beverage solutions

Guest Experience

Deliver warm, knowledgeable, and attentive service at all times
Actively engage with guests and clients to enhance satisfaction and encourage repeat business
Handle feedback and service recovery with professionalism and confidence

Health, Safety & Compliance

Ensure all beverage service complies with licensing laws, health & safety, and responsible alcohol service standards
Maintain safe, clean, and well-presented bar and service areas

Skills & Experience

Essential

Previous experience in a supervisory or assistant management role within Food & Beverage or Events
Strong knowledge of wines, spirits, cocktails, and bar operations
Proven ability to drive beverage upselling and team sales performance
Confident leader with strong communication and coaching skills
Ability to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends

Desirable

Experience in conferences, corporate events, or wedding environments
Formal beverage or wine qualifications (e.g., WSET or equivalent)
Experience working within a structured or matrix reporting environment

Personal Attributes

Commercially minded with a passion for beverage excellence
Approachable, polished, and confident in guest-facing situations
Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills
Calm and decisive in fast-paced, high-pressure environments

Pay: £30,420.00 per year

Benefits:

On-site parking

Experience:

Conference & Banqueting Supervisor: 1 year (preferred)

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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