Salary: Up to £48,000 per annum + Live-in Accommodation
Are you an experienced venue professional looking for your next exciting challenge? Select Recruitment is seeking an exceptional Venue Manager to lead our client's luxury wedding, events and holiday venue in the stunning North Norfolk countryside.
About Our Client:
Nestled in glorious countryside, our client is a multi-award-winning exclusive venue specialising in weddings, celebrations, and luxury holiday lettings. They pride themselves on delivering exceptional experiences and the highest standards of service.
The Role
This is a unique opportunity to take the helm of a beautiful venue, combining operational excellence with outstanding guest service. You'll lead a dedicated team, manage daily operations, and ensure every wedding and guest experience exceeds expectations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee all venue operations including weddings, events, and holiday lettings
- Lead and develop the team, including contractors and tradespeople
- Ensure exceptional standards of accommodation and service delivery
- Manage facilities, maintenance, utilities and grounds coordination
- Implement health & safety policies and conduct regular compliance checks
- Work closely with wedding planners to deliver flawless events
- Handle commercial management including budgets and reporting
- Act as first point of contact for clients, staff and emergencies
Essential:
- Demonstrable experience as a Venue Manager or similar senior events/front of house role
- Proven track record of delivering exceptional standards
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and organisational skills
- Sound knowledge of health & safety and risk management
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills
- Flexibility to work weekends and evenings (minimum one weekend off per month)
- Ability to build strong relationships with clients and maintain a personal touch
- Hands-on approach with attention to detail
- Professional, proactive and solutions-focused
- Passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences
- Competitive salary up to £48,000 per annum
- Live-in accommodation can be provided at a lower salary rate
- Full-time position (40+ hours per week over 5 days)
- The opportunity to work in a beautiful countryside setting
- Be part of an award-winning venue
- Varied and rewarding role with genuine responsibility
This role operates across 5 days per week with flexibility required during the wedding season. Weekend work is essential to the nature of the business, with at least one scheduled weekend off per month guaranteed.
Ready to make your mark at one of North Norfolk's premier venues?
If you're an experienced venue professional who thrives on delivering excellence and leading passionate teams, we'd love to hear from you.
Due to the nature of the business, the venue operates 7 days a week and flexibility is essential.