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Banqueting Associate [Casual] - Sheraton Grand London Park Lane
Role summary
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The Banqueting Associate supports conferences, weddings, receptions and other events at Sheraton Grand London Park Lane. Responsibilities typically include setting up function rooms, preparing tables and service stations, welcoming guests, serving food and beverages, clearing tables, maintaining cleanliness and responding professionally to guest requests. Previous hospitality, restaurant or event-service experience is helpful but not always essential. Candidates should have a friendly, polished manner, good communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to remain calm during busy periods. Flexibility is essential because casual shifts may include mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays. The role requires teamwork, reliable attendance, physical stamina and the right to work in the United Kingdom.
Can I work in the UK?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
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
Usual for the UK, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| 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 Sheraton Grand London Park Lane
Sheraton Grand London Park Lane is a luxury Marriott International hotel located near Green Park, Buckingham Palace and Mayfair. The historic property combines traditional Art Deco character with modern guest facilities, offering stylish bedrooms, restaurants, bars, meeting rooms and extensive event spaces. It serves leisure travellers, corporate guests, wedding parties and conference organisers. As part of Marriott International, one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, the hotel operates within a global network known for structured training, internal career opportunities and international mobility. Employees typically work in a multicultural environment focused on guest service, teamwork, presentation and operational standards. The hotel’s banqueting department supports a wide variety of functions, making it a suitable workplace for people interested in events, food and beverage service and luxury hospitality.