Wedding & Banqueting Supervisor
De Vere Horsley Estate has 180 bedrooms, 51 meeting and event spaces, a restaurant, 3 bars, gym and swimming pool.
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£55,000 a year
Gross, as stated in the ad.
About £3,540 a month after tax.
Apply by Saturday 31 October
The date the employer’s listing closes.
Work on-site in Reading
No relocation package mentioned.
33 days holiday
Per the ad, which doesn’t say whether bank holidays are on top.
Nice to have
At De Vere we pay attention to the thoughtful details that inspire the loyalty of our permanent colleagues.
That's why we are proud to offer the following benefits for the role of Rooms Division Manager.
De Vere Wokefield Estate set in 250 acres of rural Berkshire parkland is home to a historic Mansion House filled with traditional features and the contemporary Wokefield Place that offers state of the art facilities. It has 376 bedrooms and suites, 39 meeting rooms with large event space and a high tech dedicated conference building, an 18-hole PGA approved championship golf course and leisure club. Benedict's Bar, The 1560 Restaurant, The View Restaurant, Burr & Co. coffee shop and a deli are some of our amazing food and beverage options at Wokefield Estate: there really is something for everyone.
Your commute: just outside Reading, we're 10 minutes from J11 of the M4, with fast and direct trains from London Paddington to Reading Train station. We also offer subsidised travel to our colleagues who work at Wokefield Estate.
At De Vere, we warmly welcome everyone and foster a sense of belonging, where each person is valued and appreciated. Join our team and become part of a passionate group of individuals who genuinely care about the experiences we create for our guests and colleagues.
Are you an experienced Rooms Division Manager looking for your next opportunity in hospitality?
Set within a 376 bedroom estate, De Vere Wokefield Estate is made up of two distinct hotel buildings - a historic mansion house and a conference and events-focused hotel - alongside a golf course and health club facilities. As Rooms Division Manager, you will lead the Front Office, Housekeeping, Guest Relations and Nights teams across this diverse operation, ensuring a seamless and consistent guest experience.
You will be responsible for setting clear standards across the Rooms Division, while supporting and developing your management teams to deliver efficient, high-quality service.
Working closely with the leadership team and Revenue Management, you will oversee day-to-day operations and drive strong commercial performance, including managing budgets, payroll and costs, analysing performance and identifying opportunities to improve revenue and profitability.
This is a hands-on leadership role where visibility, strong commercial awareness and the ability to lead confidently in a busy, high-volume hotel environment are essential.
What you'll bring:
• Rooms Division or hotel operations management experience, ideally within a large hotel environment
• Strong operational knowledge of Front Office and Housekeeping, with experience overseeing Nights, Guest Relations and Reservations
• Strong commercial awareness with experience managing budgets, payroll, productivity and departmental costs
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to develop and motivate management teams
• Experience managing group, conference and corporate accommodation operations
• A hands-on approach with the ability to remain calm and effective in a busy, high-volume environment
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