We are currently recruiting an organised and passionate Meeting & Events Coordinator to join the team of this popular four star hotel in Co Carlow. The M&E Coordinator is responsible for dealing with all wedding and events enquires in a professional, efficient and customer-focused manner.

Key role responsibilities:

• Taking bookings for meetings, weddings and events with specific emphasis on maximizing revenue at every opportunity
• Handling all guest queries in relation to meetings and events bookings
• Confirm booking details in writing to all clients whilst confirming payment details
• Conducting client meetings/showrounds
• Communicating any special requests to specific department and managers
• Manage the administration and distribution of all function sheets/menus
• Manage the full cycle of booking from initial enquiry to billing
• Manage target sales calls to corporate bookers
• Liaise with reception and accounts to ensure correct billing of all weddings and events
• Attend wedding fairs and trade shows as required

The successful candidate will have at least one years’ experience in a similar role in a 4* hotel. Previous experience in a sales role would be an advantage. Further candidate requirements and attributes include:

• Experience using a PMS (HotSoft an advantage)
• Possess strong communication and organisational skills
• Display excellent attention to detail
• Have the ability to manage multiple tasks at one time
• Have an excellent telephone manner
• Be sales-focused
• Be a team player
• Be fluent in both verbal and written English

Company benefits with this role include:

• Complimentary gym membership
• Discounted accommodation rates
• Pettitt's SuperValu discount
• Life insurance
• Employee counselling line
• Bike-to-Work scheme
• Pension scheme
• Christmas savings scheme
• Free parking
• Uniform
• Staff meals

For more information, get in touch with us today!