Event Planner - Swansea.com Stadium

Compass Group; Swansea; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in hospitality is seeking an experienced Event Planner for a maternity cover contract at Swansea.com Stadium. The role involves overseeing catering operations, managing events, and promoting sustainability initiatives. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills and a passion for delivering exceptional visitor experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience in event planning and catering.
• Strong communication skills and knowledge of food and drink.
• Ability to manage client relationships effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage matchday experiences, conferences, and event catering.
• Liaise with clients to confirm catering requirements.
• Plan logistics and ensure effective communication of catering needs.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Tools

Delphi system

Job description

Event Planner - Maternity Cover Contract

£26,000 - £28,500 per annum (Depending on experience)

We are seeking an experienced Event Planner to join Levy, overseeing catering operations at Swansea.com Stadium, home to Swansea City Football Club & Ospreys Rugby Union. This role involves managing matchday experiences, conferences, and event catering.

A key focus of this partnership is sustainability. Levy is dedicated to achieving Climate Net Zero targets, aligning with Swansea City's goals. Initiatives include increasing plant-based menu options, reducing single-use plastics, and minimizing food waste.

Our aim is to deliver exceptional culinary experiences at Swansea.com Stadium while promoting environmental responsibility.

More about the role:

1. Liaise with clients to identify, propose, and confirm all event catering requirements.
2. Plan delivery logistics with site operations and the wider team, including locations, timings, and guest numbers, ensuring all catering needs are effectively communicated.
3. Adhere to Levy's pricing policies to maximize catering revenues and identify upselling opportunities.
4. Administer all event-related correspondence, including contractual documents, deposits, and final invoices, following company guidelines.
5. Be fully familiar with event details and sales handover processes.
6. Establish and maintain good client relationships through regular contact, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of client requirements.
7. Create full, concise Event Catering Proposals that are seasonally appropriate and match the guest/delegate demographic.

Who you are:

• Aligned with our core values of teamwork and collaboration, sharing a passion for delivering excellent visitor experiences.
• Act as a role model, setting an example for the team and wider business.
• Passionate about the events industry, with effective communication skills and sound knowledge of food and drink.
• Self-confident, approachable, with excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Professional telephone manner and proficiency in using the Delphi system.
• Committed to achieving compliance, gathering customer feedback, and handling complaints effectively.

Who are Levy?

Levy, part of Compass Group, is renowned for delivering exceptional food, drink, and hospitality experiences at venues like Wimbledon, Twickenham, and Tottenham Hotspur. Focused on sustainability, diversity, and inclusion, Levy uses sustainably sourced ingredients and is committed to achieving Net Zero by 2027. The company partners with the British Paralympic Association and ensures all team members earn at least the Real or London Living Wage.

Why Join Us?

At Levy UK & Ireland, we celebrate diversity and foster inclusion, valuing each individual's unique strengths. Our diverse team drives creativity, innovation, and success. We promote fairness, ensure all voices are heard, and provide equal opportunities for all.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join us in creating a supportive, equitable workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute. Together, we achieve greatness.