About Us
Located in the heart of the South Downs countryside, The Hampshire Hog is a charming boutique hotel, pub, and restaurant known for delivering warm hospitality, memorable dining experiences, and beautifully organised events.
We host a wide range of special occasions, with a strong focus on life events such as weddings, celebrations of life, anniversaries, private parties, and milestone birthdays. Our team prides itself on creating personal and memorable experiences for every guest.
The Role
We are looking for a proactive and highly organised Sales & Events Coordinator to support our Events Manager in delivering exceptional events while helping to grow our events business.
This role will play a key part in coordinating and selling life events, particularly weddings, ensuring every detail is managed from the initial enquiry through to the event day.
You will be the first point of contact for many clients, guiding them through their event journey and ensuring their experience with The Hampshire Hog is seamless and memorable.
Key Responsibilities Event Sales & Enquiries
Respond to wedding and event enquiries via email, phone, and online platforms.
Conduct venue show-rounds for prospective clients.
Prepare event proposals, quotes, and contracts.
Convert enquiries into confirmed bookings.
Maintain accurate records within the events diary and booking system.
Event Coordination
Support the Events Manager in planning and coordinating weddings and private events.
Assist clients with planning details including catering, room layouts, timelines, and special requests.
Liaise with suppliers such as florists, photographers, entertainment, and decorators.
Prepare detailed event function sheets and operational briefs for the team.
Wedding & Life Event Focus
Support couples throughout their wedding planning journey.
Coordinate wedding logistics including ceremony setup, receptions, and guest accommodation.
Ensure personal milestones such as anniversaries, celebrations of life, and private celebrations are handled with care and professionalism.
Operational Support
Work closely with the kitchen, bar, and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth event delivery.
Assist with event setup and on-the-day coordination when required.
Ensure exceptional guest experience before, during, and after events.
Sales & Business Development
Help promote weddings and private events at the venue.
Support the Events Manager in achieving event sales targets.
Assist with marketing initiatives, wedding fairs, and promotional activities.
Skills & Experience
Previous experience in events, hospitality, or wedding coordination preferred.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organisational skills with great attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple enquiries and events simultaneously.
A passion for creating memorable guest experiences.
Confident in sales conversations and client relationship building.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and booking systems.
Personal Attributes
Friendly, professional, and enthusiastic.
Calm under pressure and solution-oriented.
Passionate about weddings, celebrations, and hospitality.
Flexible to work evenings and weekends when required for events.
What We Offer
Opportunity to work in a beautiful countryside venue.
A supportive and collaborative team environment.
The chance to be part of meaningful life celebrations and memorable weddings.
Staff discounts across food, drink, and accommodation.
Opportunities for growth within the hospitality and events sector.
A traditional pub renowned for its food and outside space, The Hampshire Hog also provides 20 great guest rooms. The pub maintains a warm, friendly atmosphere and has won awards for its high standards of service.
What we can offer you:
About Us
Located in the heart of the South Downs countryside, The Hampshire Hog is a charming boutique hotel, pub, and restaurant known for delivering warm hospitality, memorable dining experiences, and beautifully organised events.
We host a wide range of special occasions, with a strong focus on life events such as weddings, celebrations of life, anniversaries, private parties, and milestone birthdays. Our team prides itself on creating personal and memorable experiences for every guest.
The Role
We are looking for a proactive and highly organised Sales & Events Coordinator to support our Events Manager in delivering exceptional events while helping to grow our events business.
This role will play a key part in coordinating and selling life events, particularly weddings, ensuring every detail is managed from the initial enquiry through to the event day.
You will be the first point of contact for many clients, guiding them through their event journey and ensuring their experience with The Hampshire Hog is seamless and memorable.
Key Responsibilities Event Sales & Enquiries
Respond to wedding and event enquiries via email, phone, and online platforms.
Conduct venue show-rounds for prospective clients.
Prepare event proposals, quotes, and contracts.
Convert enquiries into confirmed bookings.
Maintain accurate records within the events diary and booking system.
Event Coordination
Support the Events Manager in planning and coordinating weddings and private events.
Assist clients with planning details including catering, room layouts, timelines, and special requests.
Liaise with suppliers such as florists, photographers, entertainment, and decorators.
Prepare detailed event function sheets and operational briefs for the team.
Wedding & Life Event Focus
Support couples throughout their wedding planning journey.
Coordinate wedding logistics including ceremony setup, receptions, and guest accommodation.
Ensure personal milestones such as anniversaries, celebrations of life, and private celebrations are handled with care and professionalism.
Operational Support
Work closely with the kitchen, bar, and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth event delivery.
Assist with event setup and on-the-day coordination when required.
Ensure exceptional guest experience before, during, and after events.
Sales & Business Development
Help promote weddings and private events at the venue.
Support the Events Manager in achieving event sales targets.
Assist with marketing initiatives, wedding fairs, and promotional activities.
Skills & Experience
Previous experience in events, hospitality, or wedding coordination preferred.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organisational skills with great attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple enquiries and events simultaneously.
A passion for creating memorable guest experiences.
Confident in sales conversations and client relationship building.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and booking systems.
Personal Attributes
Friendly, professional, and enthusiastic.
Calm under pressure and solution-oriented.
Passionate about weddings, celebrations, and hospitality.
Flexible to work evenings and weekends when required for events.
What We Offer
Opportunity to work in a beautiful countryside venue.
A supportive and collaborative team environment.
The chance to be part of meaningful life celebrations and memorable weddings.
Staff discounts across food, drink, and accommodation.
Opportunities for growth within the hospitality and events sector.
A traditional pub renowned for its food and outside space, The Hampshire Hog also provides 20 great guest rooms. The pub maintains a warm, friendly atmosphere and has won awards for its high standards of service.
What we can offer you: