Eleanor Sturgess
Rowlands Castle,Hampshire
Summary
Enthusiastic and organised Conference & Banqueting Assistant Manager with 2+ years of hands-on experience in hospitality, events, and wedding coordination. I have just completed a BA (Hons) in Business and Event Management, with a strong track record of client-focused service, teamwork, and operational delivery across a variety of events and weddings. Seeking opportunities to expand into project or event management roles within dynamic and fast-paced environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Conference and Banqueting Assistant Manager
Old Thorns Hotel & Resort
Liphook
05.2025 - 07.2025
- Promoted to Assistant Manager after two years as a C&B Assistant.
- Responsible for coordinating and overseeing event operations, ensuring team performance, and delivering exceptional guest experiences across weddings, conferences, and private functions.
Conference and Banqueting Assistant
Old Thorns Hotel & Resort
06.2023 - 05.2025
- Supported day-to-day execution of events, from setup through breakdown.
- Developed excellent communication with kitchen, bar, and sales departments to maintain service quality.
- Recognised for reliability, adaptability, and a keen eye for detail in a high-pressure environment.
Wedding Sales Experience (University Placement)
Old Thorns Hotel & Resort
03.2025 - 04.2025
- Created wedding materials including menu call sheets and place cards.
- Shadowed the sales executive during client meetings and assisted with managing enquiries.
- Gained skills in client relationship management, attention to detail, and organisation.
Work Placement – Celebrations Team (University Placement)
The Goodwood Group
11.2024 - 02.2025
- Supported the Celebrations Team in planning and delivering bespoke events.
- Assisted with administration, guest liaison, and preparation for high-profile hospitality events.
- Improved knowledge of event workflows and on-site delivery under the guidance of experienced professionals.
Event Operations Assistant
Goodwood Events
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Worked across motorsport and racecourse events focusing on guest services and ticket scanning.
- Enhanced front-of-house and customer experience skills.
Team Assistant – International Mini & Youth Rugby Series
Chichester Rugby
04.2023 - 04.2024
- Oversaw tournament management for U13-U14 age group; rebooked for 2024 based on strong performance.
Party Host
Tenpin
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Delivered high-energy children’s parties, trained new staff, and earned consistent positive customer feedback.
Hospitality Runner
Compass Constellation at Goodwood
07.2021 - 12.2021
- Provided food service at large-scale events; gained teamwork and time-management skills in a high-volume setting.
Education
BA (Hons) - Business and Event Management
University of Chichester
01.2022 - 1 2025
A-Levels - Photography, Business Studies, Religious Studies
Chichester College
1 2020/2020 - 1 2022/2022
GCSEs - undefined
The Corbet School
LAMDA Acting Exams - undefined
Adcote School
01.2010 - 1 2015
Skills
- Event & Hospitality Management
- Client-Facing Communication
- Team Leadership
- Attention to Detail
- Organisation & Admin
- Microsoft Office
- Problem Solving
- Friendly Attitude
Timeline
Conference and Banqueting Assistant Manager
Old Thorns Hotel & Resort
05.2025 - 07.2025
Wedding Sales Experience (University Placement)
Old Thorns Hotel & Resort
03.2025 - 04.2025
Work Placement – Celebrations Team (University Placement)
The Goodwood Group
11.2024 - 02.2025
Conference and Banqueting Assistant
Old Thorns Hotel & Resort
06.2023 - 05.2025
Event Operations Assistant
Goodwood Events
06.2023 - 12.2023
Team Assistant – International Mini & Youth Rugby Series
Chichester Rugby
04.2023 - 04.2024
Party Host
Tenpin
03.2022 - 12.2022
BA (Hons) - Business and Event Management
University of Chichester
01.2022 - 1 2025
Hospitality Runner
Compass Constellation at Goodwood
07.2021 - 12.2021
LAMDA Acting Exams - undefined
Adcote School
01.2010 - 1 2015
GCSEs - undefined
The Corbet School
A-Levels - Photography, Business Studies, Religious Studies
Chichester College
1 2020/2020 - 1 2022/2022
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