Assistant Meeting and Events Operations Manager
Role Overview
Assistant Meeting & Events Operations Manager, Hotel du Vin
Rate of Pay / Hours: OTE of up to £13.70 per hour including Tronc and Retention Bonus
Type of Contract: Permanent
Location: Avon Gorge Bristol
It’s all in the detail. From an intimate meeting for six guests to a 100‑cover wedding, you make every moment happen. We create memories our guests never forget - and as Assistant Meetings & Events Operations Manager, you’re right at the heart of bringing those experiences to life.
This is a fully hands-on, operational role . You won’t be sitting behind a desk - you’ll be on the floor, leading your team, ensuring rooms are set, service is flawless, and every guest feels looked after from the moment they arrive.
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About the Location
- Purchased 2015 78 Bedrooms 91-seater restaurant, overlooking the terrace and bridge Spacious pub and terrace 3 Private Event Spaces - seating up to 144 Boasting fantastic panoramic views of the Suspension Bridge and Gorge, an idyllic position in the heart of Clifton Village’s Georgian splendor. If ever there was a city with a story to tell, it’s Bristol. Enveloped in the hills of South-West, it has its own unmistakable identity. With a host of iconic cultural attractions born out of the city’s centuries-old heritage and irrepressible creative spirit. Float over historic landmarks in a beautiful balloon, seek out world-class street art and follow the sound of live music flowing into cobbled streets.
About the Role
Assistant Meeting & Events Operations Manager, Hotel du Vin
Rate of Pay / Hours: OTE of up to £13.70 per hour including Tronc and Retention Bonus
Type of Contract: Permanent
Location: Avon Gorge Bristol
It’s all in the detail. From an intimate meeting for six guests to a 100‑cover wedding, you make every moment happen. We create memories our guests never forget - and as Assistant Meetings & Events Operations Manager, you’re right at the heart of bringing those experiences to life.
This is a fully hands-on, operational role . You won’t be sitting behind a desk - you’ll be on the floor, leading your team, ensuring rooms are set, service is flawless, and every guest feels looked after from the moment they arrive.
What you’ll be doing
Taking operational charge of the conference and event spaces
Being the visible, face‑to‑face contact for all Meetings & Events guests
Leading the team during event setup, service, and clear-down
Ensuring every detail is executed to brand standards throughout the day
Building strong guest relationships to encourage repeat business
Working closely with the Front Office Manager and Bar & Bistro Manager
Completing Duty Manager responsibilities as required
What we’re looking for
Experience in a similar operational role is beneficial, but a great attitude, a warm smile, and a genuine passion for hospitality are essential. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced, physical environment and enjoy leading a team from the front.
This is not an office-based events position. It is an active, on-your-feet, hands-on operational role focused on delivering exceptional live event experiences.
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Benefits
- Interested?? Click Apply Now In addition to competitive rates of pay we offer:
- Heavily discounted Staff Room Rates at Malmaison, Hotel du Vin and Frasers Hospitality with rooms available from £40 per night.
- Discounted Friends and Family Room Rate with 50% off best available rate.
- 35% off your bill when you dine in our Brasseries and Bistros
- Fully funded Apprenticeship programmes that support you in developing your career
- High Street Discounts on a range of high street shops, experiences, holidays and much much more
- Cycle to work scheme – save up to 40% on a wide range of bikes
- Healthcare Cash Plans - dental, optical, medical and more available from £5 per month
- Referral schemes that pay up to £1500 (just for getting your mates jobs!)
- A decent uniform that doesn’t make you look like an extra from a 70s TV sitcom.
- We have a Wellness & National Campaign Days Calendar which promotes and encourages activities like – Pay Day Lunches/Treats, National Popcorn Day, Mental Health Awareness week and more
- We work with Wagestream giving instant access to your pay as it’s earnt. Wagestream is a tool for everyday life that lets you get paid your way by letting you track your wages in real time, stream up to 50% of the money you’re already earned, learn easy tips to manage your money better and save direct from your salary
- We also offer complimentary stays on your 1st, 3rd and 5th anniversary with Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
- We are a proud sponsor of The Brain Charity, helping people with all forms of neurological conditions to lead longer, healthier, happier lives.
- Employee Assistance Programme – free, confidential advice available 24/7 to you and your family
- Plus on completing your probationary period you will be provided with:
- Private Medical Healthcare
- Bonus Plan based on clear and transparent KPI’s
- Critical Illness cover
- Life Assurance
- Our Sustainability Goals:
- 100% of our electricity is generated using renewable energy with most of it coming from Wind Farms around the UK
- We recycle a minimum of 70% of the waste from our hotels. This target is achieved by everyone I the hotel focusing on the waste we produce and is championed by our Sustainability Council who work on project year round
- We have moved to a chemical free cleaning system in our bedrooms and public areas and an enzyme based eco-friendly system for our kitchens.
- Volunteer to work for sustainable charities 2 days per year on full pay instead of your normal workplace
- Interested?? Click Apply Now
- Frasers Hospitality, Malmaison & Hotel Du Vin are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
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