Job description
MEETING AND EVENTS PORTER Magnificent and uniquely inspirational. Cameron House, a 5 star resort nestled on the world-famous bonnie banks of Loch Lomond has reopened following a multi-million pound restoration. Located where the Scottish Highlands meet the Lowlands, the 17th century Baronial estate where Cameron House resides is rich in character and history. With an award-winning Spa with rooftop infinity pool, an 18-hole championship golf course, an extensive array of resort activities, and a choice of six restaurants and five bars that will cater to everyone. The iconic lochside setting is impressive in its grandeur, celebrated and treasured. Set within 400 acres of beautiful Scottish countryside, adventure is on your doorstep, with Loch Lomond providing the perfect location for water sports and land activities, including speedboat tours, paddle boarding, canoeing and kayaking, 4X4 off-road driving, falconry and more. Add all the above together, and we have something very special; all that's missing could be you. THE ROLE - Meeting and Events Porter We have a wide choice of highly versatile function spaces and seven exceptional meeting spaces, which can offer complete privacy and can host from 16 guests up to 400. Each room offers state-of-the-art facilities to support the occasion and create the right mood, an abundance of natural daylight to let in the Scottish landscape, and air-conditioning for maximum comfort. Our brand new ballroom will be completed in the autumn offers unparalleled loch views and a truly unrivalled experience for delegates and guests. The scope of your role is as much about people as it is chairs and tables, tea and coffee. You will support friendly, and knowledgeable delivery of all client needs, be that supporting an organiser in their high profile corporate product launch for 400 delegates, or a once in a lifetime dream event like a small wedding. Key things you will be responsible for: Maintaining the presentation and cleanliness of Meetings and Events spaces Setting up and clearing down conference rooms Kitchen liaison for tea coffee and food service. Helping with technical support to organisers Stocking of the bar and M&E store cupboards General assistance to the meeting and events operations team. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR We recruit people with widely varying personalities from different walks of life and backgrounds. While we don't have a 'typical' employee, there are some specific qualities or traits we look for. People who want to achieve great things - your interest in us suggests you have the ambition, drive and determination to meet challenges head on. People who are naturally friendly - who genuinely care about our guests and the service they receive. People who will always go beyond what our guests expect from us to make their stay a special and memorable one. People who show the same level of care for their team, as our guests - It's about supporting our colleagues to be the best they can be and to do the best job they can. People who will respect and protect the magical place we work in - it's up to all of us to look after our environment and never take it for granted. TO BE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY YOU WILL ALSO NEED: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Physcial fitness (significant levels of manual handling involved in the role) Attention to detail WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU? At Cameron House we can offer fully funded, work-based training and development. Everything from apprenticeships, structured work experience in other businesses and supported scholarships through to graduate programmes, specialist craft training, and formal qualifications up to HND and Degree level. We offer a generous range of employee benefits and, given what we do and where we are, you'll have plenty of opportunity to make the most of our own five-star facilities. Here's what to expect: Free meals when on duty, in our team cafes Pension scheme Refer-a-friend scheme Birthday lunches and long service awards involving recognition with high street shopping vouchers and overnight stays Enhanced holidays, rising with long service Free Leisure Club Membership, with friends and family discounts. Employee care service, offering lifestyle and wellbeing support and counselling via a confidential helpline On-site discounts on Cameron House and Cameron Lodges accommodation, 30% off food and beverages, golf membership, spa treatments, Celtic Warrior cruises, outdoor activities and retail products Supplier and local business discounts Free parking And while Cameron House itself offers a huge range of activities across 400 acres of Scottish countryside, there's also the wider Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park on your doorstep - just waiting to be explored in your free time. Cameron House