Meetings and Events Co-ordinator (Sales Office)/front desk assistant

London Croydon Aerodrome Hotel, Signature Collection Hotel by Best Western

The Opportunity

We have a rare opportunity for a Meeting & Events Coordinator, to join the team at this hotel. This is a key role at the hotel as you will be responsible for the day to day efficient management of the Meeting & Events department.

You as our meeting & events coordinator will be involved in converting business and generating sales through show-around and 'Fam Trips', developing sales leads and contact potential client's partnerships

Ensuring that all Meeting and Events organisers and any VIP guests are met on arrival and departure, in order to ensure good customer relations and establish future business opportunities.

Benefits

• Our enviable employee discounts on bedroom rates across our best western hotel portfolio.
• Shopping discounts - ranging from groceries, fashion, travel, utilities, days out, and even holidays.
• Eye care
• Free legal & money advice
• Counseling sessions
• Hospital & death benefit plans
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing tips and support fitness videos
• Recipe ideas
• Advice on keeping active and healthy living
• Wellbeing podcasts and tv
• Breathing exercises
• 24/7 advice and support line
• Team reward & recognition
• Free meals on duty
• Free parking

Ideal Candidate

• Previous meeting & events experience within the hospitality sector, preferably within hotels but will consider other relevant experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Sales experience
• Excellent time management experience
• Knowledge in Opera V5 / Opera Cloud

Hotel

The London Croydon Aerodrome Hotel, part of the Signature Collection Hotel by Best Western, is in an incredibly convenient location. Easy access to central London which is just 12 miles away and only 15 minutes by train from East Croydon Station.

The hotel has 110 bedrooms including family bedrooms, stylish wedding venue for up to 130 guests plus 5 meeting rooms for up to 170 delegates.

The hotel provides great value, premium accommodation just outside London for both business travellers to the south-east of England or families looking to be thrilled at Chessington World of Adventures or Thorpe Park.

Of course, all of London's top attractions such as Buckingham Palace and the London Eye are just a short distance away and that's why our location is ideal for short breaks in the capital.

About us

Looking for an exciting career in the hospitality industry? Look no further than LGH Hotels Management! With a growing portfolio of 42 hotels throughout the UK, including globally recognised brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Best Western, all located in prime locations, we are the premier destination for those seeking a fulfilling career in hospitality. Join our dynamic team and be a part of shaping the future of the UK hospitality industry.