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Assistant Director of Banqueting Operations - JW Marriott Grosvenor House
Role summary
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The Assistant Director of Banqueting Operations supports the leadership and daily operation of the hotel’s banqueting department, overseeing conferences, weddings, receptions and other events. The role typically requires substantial experience in luxury hotel banqueting or large-scale hospitality operations, strong knowledge of service standards, event logistics, staffing and cost control, and the ability to lead diverse teams. Candidates should be confident working with clients, event planners and other hotel departments, while maintaining high standards of guest service, presentation, health and safety, and financial performance. Flexibility is essential, as the position involves evenings, weekends, public holidays and busy event periods. Strong communication, organisation, problem-solving and people-management skills are expected.
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How it works
How it works: Hotel jobs cannot be sponsored since July 2025; only youth schemes remain.
Official source: GOV.UK: Skilled Worker visa. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in the UK
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| Housing | Live-in common in rural hotels |
|---|---|
| Meals | Staff meals common |
| Flights | No |
| Service charge | 100% of tips and service charges to staff (by law) |
| Contract | Permanent or seasonal |
| Leave | 28 days |
| Income tax | About 14% in all at GBP 25,000 |
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About JW Marriott Grosvenor House London
JW Marriott Grosvenor House London is a luxury hotel located on Park Lane in Mayfair, one of London’s most prestigious areas. It is part of JW Marriott, Marriott International’s luxury brand, which focuses on refined service, wellbeing, thoughtful experiences and high-quality hospitality. The hotel is well known for its extensive banqueting and event facilities, premium accommodation, restaurants, bars and large-scale functions, including conferences, weddings and corporate events. Marriott International is one of the world’s largest hotel companies, operating thousands of properties across numerous brands and countries. Employees typically benefit from structured training, international career opportunities, hospitality discounts and a professional environment shaped by Marriott’s service culture. This role offers exposure to luxury operations, major events and high-profile clientele in one of the United Kingdom’s leading hotel markets.