Conference and Banqueting Supervisor

South Lodge and The Spa, Horsham, West Sussex
Full Time
£31,225 plus fantastic benefits
Closing Date: 18th June 2025

In a Nutshell

  • South Lodge is looking for a Conference & Banqueting Supervisor.
  • This position is concerned with the daily operation of a busy department and the management of Assistants providing service to our meeting and dining delegates ensuring all needs are met and that we exceed our guest expectations.

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Lots to do, but lots of fun

Our successful Conference and Banqueting Supervisor will be responsible for;

  • Supervising and coordinating conference and catering activity.
  • Ensuring function room set ups are as per Banquet Event Order (BEO) and that our standards are maintained.
  • Attending morning meetings to determine event requirements daily.
  • Anticipating event needs, respond promptly and create solutions to issues that may arise. Always aim to improve the guest journey and 'create ‘happiness in amazing places’ for our customers.
  • Hosting pre and post service briefings.
  • Maintaining complete knowledge of Delphi BEO format in order to determine event requirements and trouble shooting.
  • Being proactive in the housekeeping of our event rooms ensuring customer areas are well maintained and in excellent working order. Ensure we maintain a clean and productive working environment and all stock is stored, cleaned and well maintained.
  • Maintain Audio Visual equipment, provide preventative maintenance and security for hotel possessions. Have a sound knowledge of Audio Visual Requirements and provide technical support to guests and training to staff.
  • Ensure all back of house storage areas are well maintained and replenished.
  • Conduct monthly stock takes of all Audio Visual Equipments and ensure security is maintained.  Raise Purchase Orders for any Hotel Audio Visual inventory needed.
  • The security and preventative maintenance of all function rooms.  Report any issues and/or necessary work needed to Maintenance ensuring this is followed up and auctioned.
  • Training, development and motivation of C&B Assistants, along with creating and implementing new standards of procedure when required.
  • Participating in all departmental training sessions.
  • Establishing personal but professional rapport with guests and staff alike.
  • Liaising with conference organisers as and when required to attend to their room set up needs.
  • Responsible for leading a  team, therefore need to ensure effective communication. productivity levels are high and attention to detail maintained by all team members

Take a look at the incredible range of benefits you can enjoy when you join the Exclusive team and how you can be rewarded and recognised for doing a fantastic job!