Assistant Events and Catering Operations Manager

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in London is seeking an Assistant Events and Catering Operations Manager to oversee exceptional events and catering services across multiple sites. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader with a strong background in events and hospitality, contributing to strategic growth and operational excellence. Responsibilities include team management, compliance assurance, budget management, and enhancing client satisfaction through exceptional service delivery.

Benefits

25-day holiday + opportunity to purchase 10 additional days

Private medical

Qualifications

• 2+ years in events and operational roles, ideally from high volume hotel setting.

Responsibilities

• Manage and motivate a team across multiple sites.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food hygiene policies.
• Support planning and delivery of events and catering operations.

Skills

Leadership

Client Management

Event Planning

Budget Management

Job description

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Assistant Events and Catering Operations Manager, London

Client:

COREcruitment Ltd

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

Job Description:

We are seeking a dynamic and highly organised Assistant Events and Catering Operations Manager to support the delivery of exceptional events and catering services across a multi-site, high-profile institution. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader with a strong events & hospitality background, looking to contribute to the strategic growth and daily excellence of a complex events and catering operation. You’ll work closely with a wide range of internal teams and oversee client management.

• Monday to Friday position!
• 25-day holiday + opportunity to purchase 10 more additional days
• Private medical

About the role:

• Manage and motivate a team of front-of-house supervisors and agency staff across multiple sites.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, food hygiene, and organisational policies.
• Support the planning and delivery of events and catering operations, ensuring exceptional service standards and client satisfaction.
• Assist in stock control, wastage monitoring, and portion management.
• Support budget management within areas of responsibility.
• Ensure adherence to procurement and financial procedures, including cost control and revenue maximisation.
• Analyse customer feedback to drive continuous service improvement.
• Liaise with internal departments including finance, marketing, kitchen teams, and building operations to ensure coordinated service delivery.
• Support on event day set up; AV/Catering/Room set up

About you:

• 2+ years in events and operational – ideally from high volume hotel setting