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Job Title


Banqueting Manager


Company : Wotton House Hotel


Location : Dorking, South East


Created : 2026-04-26


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

JOIN USHave you got the right qualifications and skills for this job Find out below, and hit apply to be considered.At Wotton House, we make every guest and team member feel part of our story like anything is possible. Our space is your space, and we redefine what it means to offer bespoke experiences. Our experiences are crafted exclusively for you.We offer friendly, welcoming and authentic service that is personal to everyone, with little touches that make all guests and staff feel wanted. We make people feel special. They deserve to be here.The answer is yes, what is the question? We are architects of innovation; a little bit quirky and eccentric with a can-do attitude that helps to craft different and inventive experiences for all our guests.Wotton House is steeped in history and natural wonder, and we want everyone who visits to explore our story and become part of it. Botanicals are in our fabric and everything we do reflects this.We areaware of our impact on the world around us, and our choices reflect this. We are proud to have a Green Key award, and we work closely with our local community and hyper local suppliers when we can.We arebrave and we have a sense of humour we are the flamingo in a flock of pigeons. Everything we do is Wonderfully Wotton.OUR HOTELWotton Houseis a countryside escape and a space to gather, meet, stay and dine; an experience in itself, steeped in history and natural wonder, bringing people together to create memories. We are architects of innovation with a make it happen attitude. Our space is your space, crafted exclusively for you.Its Wonderfully Wotton.Its Wonderfully WottonWonderfully welcoming, wonderfully WottonWonderfully whimsical, wonderfully WottonOh, its just wonderfully Wotton!The Wotton way its wonderfully WottonOUR BENEFITSYou will have access to a benefits package we believe truly works for our peopleDiscounted hotel room rates for you and your friends & familyAn additional days leave for your birthdayEnhanced Maternity, adoption 'shared parental leaveCourse Sponsorship30% F&B discount at RBH hotelsRefer a Friend scheme (earn 250 for each referral up to 5 referrals)Flexible working arrangementsWagestream - choose how and when you get paidLife InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgrammeSocial and wellness events and activities all year roundFree meals on duty saving you over 1000 per yearAnd much much more!AN EVENING IN THE LIFE OF A BANQUETING MANAGER ATOUR HOTELWhat you'll be doing...You will be working alongside the Conference Manager, where you will be taking a daily handover before taking the reins to run your event through the afternoon and into the eveningAs Banqueting Manager, you will be responsible for working with the Chef and your Banqueting team members to deliver Wedding and Banqueting events and residential conference dinners, ensuring all logistics and operations run smoothly and align with client expectations.Oversee room setups, AV requirements, and staff coordination to create a seamless guest experiences.Lead, train, and motivate the evening teams to deliver exceptional food and event service with a "Yes is the answer, what's the question" mindset.Act as the main point of contact for the team during events, ensuring swift resolution of any issues.Act as the face of Wotton House on event days, ensuring every client feels valued and supported.Build strong relationships with clients on-site, ensuring their vision is flawlessly executed.Collaborate closely with sales, coordinators, and other departments to ensure events transition smoothly from planning to execution.Continuously evaluate and improve operational processes to maintain the highest service standards.Anticipate challenges, identify solutions, and ensure every detail is meticulously managed for a flawless guest experience.What we need from youProven experience in event or banqueting management within a luxury or boutique hotel setting.Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire a team and maintain composure under pressure.Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities to manage multiple events simultaneously.Exceptional communication and problem-solving skills.A passion for delivering outstanding service and a commitment to exceeding guest expectations.EQUAL OPPORTUNITIESRBH Hospitality Management is an equal opportunity employer. xjdpvnf We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. If at any point throughout our process you require reasonable adjustments, please contact