Event Planner - The Parkgate Hotel

Job Title: Event Planner

Department: The Parkgate Hotel

Contract Type: Permanent

Rate of Pay: £14.13 per hour

Hours: 37.5 hours, over 5 days

Location: Cardiff CF10 1DA

Overview

Join the “Greatest Story in Hospitality” by becoming one of our Event Planner “Hospitality Heroes” based at our Parkgate Hotel – just one of the fantastic opportunities we offer from “Manor to Marina”.

Ideal Candidate

• 12‑18 months experience in the Events industry
• Superb negotiating skills
• A genuine passion for Conference and Events
• Flexibility to work long hours due to the needs of the business

Responsibilities

• Liaise effectively and concisely with external event organisers
• Ensure that all departments have a clear and thorough knowledge of the client requirements
• Arrange pre‑event meetings where necessary and introduce client to key personnel
• Upsell all facilities in order to work towards achieving financial budget for The Collection
• Plan productive site visits, menu tastings, and show‑rounds

Benefits

• Access to career development training from day one
• Discounts on food & beverage and hotel stays
• Discounted leisure membership
• Free GP virtual appointment service
• 24/7 wellbeing helpline
• NEST pension scheme
• Social Club
• Staff appreciation events
• Monthly and end‑of‑year awards

Grow with Us

As a Celtic Collection employee, you will be able to say –

• I am equipped, trained, and supported to do the best job I can
• I am proud to be part of The Celtic Collection and would recommend it to others
• I work in an inclusive, friendly, positive and constructive environment
• I am encouraged to learn, grow and develop and to try new things in my role
• I am thanked and recognised for the work I do, and my views and ideas are valued
• I am crystal clear about our ambition, and I can contribute to it every day

Recruitment Information

In the event we receive a high number of applications, we reserve the right to close this campaign early. All applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required as part of the recruitment process, in line with current UK Visas and Immigration regulations. The Celtic Collection is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of age or background.