Belgium Job Openings

Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA

Meeting Hub General Manager

Ghent

FULL TIME

October 8, 2024

Job Ref: INT21799

Branch: Meeting Hub and Events Space - Ghent

Location: Meeting Hub and Events Space - Ghent, Belgium

Salary/Benefits: Ghent, Belgium - Competitive Salary and benefits package

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Hours per week: 38

Posted date: 08/10/2024

Closing date: 10/11/2024

Opening in quarter three of 2025, The Meeting Hub and Events Space Ghent will offer a bespoke FB concept alongside brand-new, extensive meeting facilities—all located in the vibrant and historic city of Ghent.
We’re seeking a highly experienced coordinator with a proven track record in managing large-scale meetings, events, and FB operations within the hospitality industry.
Managed by Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA, these business units are part of an expansive new group of properties, including four hotels, nearly 600 rooms, multiple dining venues, a destination restaurant, and this non-branded meeting center—all designed to drive business to this dedicated, separately managed space.

What’s in it for you?
As part of Aimbridge, Marriott IHG, you will enjoy a suite of benefits, including:

Hotel discounts across our portfolio and brands, with up to 50% off FB and spa services
Company car with fuel card
DKV hospitalisation insurance
Meal vouchers and eco vouchers
Laptop and phone
Group insurance
Access to leadership and development programs from Aimbridge, Marriott, and Cornell University

A day in the life of…
As the Meeting Hub General Manager, you can demonstrate a deep understanding of the dynamics of the meetings and events industry within a hospitality environment.
Your role will involve steering both the FB concept and the meeting hub, delivering strategic direction from pre-opening through to daily operations, all while navigating a highly competitive market.
Your key responsibilities will include:

Managing the end-to-end guest experience for meeting and event clients, ensuring service excellence and seamless coordination across departments
Developing and leading a team to deliver high performance and outstanding results in guest satisfaction, profit margins, and operational efficiency
Implementing innovative strategies to drive event bookings and maximize the use of the meeting facilities, positioning the venue as a go-to destination for corporate and social events,

What do we need from you?
It is essential that you have extensive experience as a General Manager in the hospitality industry, specifically managing high-volume meeting and event spaces alongside FB operations.
Your background in delivering exceptional service standards, particularly in overseeing large-scale events, will be critical to your success in this role.
In addition, you will need:

A strategic mindset with the ability to drive vision and purpose
Strong experience working with multiple stakeholders, including owners and franchised partners
Proven leadership skills, with a focus on team engagement and talent development at all levels

If this sounds like your next challenge, click ‘Apply’ and begin your journey with Aimbridge EMEA today. Your dream job awaits…
At Aimbridge, we recognise that people are the heart of our business. As a global leader, we are committed to representing our global community and enabling everyone to Be Their Best Selves.

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