Hospitality & Events Manager

The Company

• A nationally recognised hospitality business operated by industry professionals and passionate foodies.
• A market-leading organisation within the contract catering sector.
• Renowned for delivering exceptional fresh food, hospitality and guest experiences across premium environments.
• A highly respected and growing business with an outstanding reputation for quality, innovation and people development.
• This role is based within a flagship residential estate environment with an extensive hospitality and events programme.

The Package

• £40,000 - £45,000 per annum
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Holiday entitlement increasing to 32 days following probation
• 3 paid volunteering days per year
• On-site parking
• Strong progression opportunities within a growing business
• Opportunity to support future hospitality development projects
• Reduced operational activity during the festive period
• 40 hours per week

The Job Role

• Events Manager to oversee a varied hospitality and events operation across a prestigious multi-site estate.
• The Events Manager will lead the planning, coordination and delivery of a diverse calendar of conferences, receptions, private dining experiences and large-scale annual events.
• Manage all internal and external hospitality activity across a busy seven-day operation.
• Lead, motivate and develop a team of supervisors and hospitality professionals.
• Coordinate all event administration, function sheets and operational planning to ensure seamless delivery.
• Oversee multiple hospitality spaces and event venues across the estate.
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, external clients and internal departments.
• Manage hospitality reporting, financial administration and month-end processes.
• Support the ongoing growth and development of the hospitality function and future projects.
• The successful Events Manager will play a key role in enhancing guest experiences and driving operational excellence.
• This Events Manager opportunity offers genuine scope for progression within a leading organisation in the hospitality and contract catering sector.

The Requirements

• Minimum five years' experience within hospitality, events or venue operations.
• Previous experience within the contract catering sector, premium venues, hotels or managed services environments is highly desirable.
• Proven experience coordinating private dining, conferences, receptions and large-scale events.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent client relationship management and stakeholder communication skills.
• Experience leading and developing hospitality teams.
• Financially and commercially aware with strong attention to detail.
• A calm, hands-on and personable operator with a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Full UK driving licence required due to the size of the estate.

The Location

• Surrey
• Site-based role within a prestigious residential estate environment
• Easily accessible from South London, Surrey and surrounding areas

TH Contact Details
Consultant: David Cottam
Telephone: 0121 448 2260
Web: www.talenthive.co.uk
 
Talent Hive are specialist recruiters within the Hospitality & Catering sector. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing business within the hospitality and contract catering sector. If you would like a confidential discussion about your career, please get in touch.
 
Please note, due to the high volume of interest in this exciting opportunity, only successful candidates will be contacted.