Sales & Events Manager - Wakefield

Are you an experienced sales person within the hospitality sector & have a passion for delivering exceptional events on every occasion?

We are looking for someone who will play a key role in driving new membership sign-ups & managing all of our exciting customer events across our Mecca venues in the Yorkshire region.

This is an exciting role for someone who has experience of working within large venues, taking accountability for event promotion, sales, planning and event delivery with both customers and team.

You will manage and lead an operational service to always deliver an outstanding experience, shaping and influencing the business to drive its success.

You will focus on market opportunities to drive the acquisition and retention of new customers, by ensuring the welcome journey of all new members is a fantastic experience and one that encourages them to return again and again!

Your adaptability will mean than you can get along with different people and work across all sections of our venues in the Yorkshire region. You like to work hard and enjoy listening to our customers to find ways you can make their visit special. You are friendly with a smile that's always on and committed to making our venues a place to excite & entertain.

This role would be based at our venue in Wakefield, with an expectation to travel to surrounding venues in Leeds.

It will be required that you host the customers at events, therefore the role will include evenings & weekends.

• We are looking for people who love looking after customers, are fun, adaptable, caring and hardworking who will fit into a cheeky chatty environment


• Sales experience, driving external outreach and acquiring new members


• Managing food and beverage operations within budget and to the highest standards


• Good communication skills


• Experience in leading a team


• Experience in managing a business or a department


• A smile for everyone
  
  This is a fantastic opportunity to come and be a part of Mecca, based at our Wakefield venue.


As the most well-known Bingo Brand in the UK, we know how important it is that people have a great time when visiting us, whether that's as a customer coming through the door to play Bingo or a candidate looking to join our amazing team.

As part of the Rank Group, Mecca is on a journey of growth, consistently elevating our offering from both a customer and employee perspective.

Our venues sit at the heart of our communities, offering a safe space for our customers to play Bingo, enjoy our Slots or relax with friends an enjoy our fabulous food and drink offering. Our teams all love giving a great experience to our customers, whether they're enjoying an evening of entertainment or eyes down and focused on the full house!, #LI-TC1 #LI-Onsite

• Induction for Success: Your success is our priority. We provide a comprehensive induction program, thoughtfully designed to familiarise you with our Mecca values and culture, ensuring you are well-prepared for your role.


• Learning and Development: You'll have the opportunity to learn and grow with the guidance of experienced industry professionals, using your unique flare and style to become a driving force of our team's success.


• People-Focused Culture: Mecca is all about its people. Our supportive and nurturing work environment ensures you have the tools you need to thrive.


• High-Performing Culture: Join a team that embraces high performance. We set the bar high and help you reach your full potential.


• Emphasis on Growth: At Mecca, growth is not just a word; it's a commitment. We foster your individual and team growth to help you succeed and excel.


Don't miss out on the opportunity to join a people-focused business, offering a high-performing culture where you, your team, and your venue can work, win, and grow together.

The Rank Group are committed to being an inclusive employer, ensuring that we better understand and meet the needs and requirements of our candidates and customers.We aim to do this by facilitating fair and equal access to our services. If you require a reasonable adjustment to be made, please reach out to let us know ahead of your interview.

Salary: 31,930 per annum, with the OTE up to 10k bonus per year