Event Retail Operations Manager

Compass Group UK & Ireland; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering firm in London seeks an Event Retail Operations Manager to ensure exceptional beverage services and manage operations at The Stoop for high-profile events. Candidates should demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills, alongside a commitment to sustainability. This hands-on role offers a competitive salary, healthcare benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

Exclusive perks and discounts

Meals on duty

Pension scheme

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Personal Licence Holder preferred.
• Ability to influence outcomes.
• Demonstrates integrity and strong ethics.

Responsibilities

• Deliver professional customer service exceeding expectations.
• Maintain strong product knowledge to maximise sales.
• Manage staffing, stock control, and financial reporting.
• Drive innovation by seeking operational enhancements.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong attention to detail

Commercially astute

Leadership abilities

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Job description

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At Levy, we're proud to be the official catering partner of Allianz Stadium, managing all food and beverage services from public concessions to premium hospitality suites. Known for high-end, sustainable, and locally-sourced menus, Levy offers everything from quick match-day food and drink to fine dining experiences for members and corporate events. We emphasize sustainability through initiatives like reducing single-use plastics, using seasonal British produce, and minimizing food waste, enhancing the stadium experience year-round..

About the role

As Event Retail Operations Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering a first-class beverage operation at The Stoop. You'll lead from the front - driving excellence, innovation, and collaboration across all aspects of our beverage service, from internal bars to external partners and concession operations.

Your mission is to ensure every guest enjoys a seamless, high-quality experience while maintaining the highest standards of efficiency and professionalism behind the scenes. Acting as a true brand custodian, you'll take ownership of service delivery, implement market-leading initiatives, and stay ahead of industry trends to keep us at the forefront of hospitality excellence.

This is a hands-on leadership role where energy, attention to detail, and proactive problem-solving are key. You'll inspire your team to deliver exceptional results, ensure smooth operational planning and execution, and uphold our commitment to providing a quality, customer-focused service that consistently exceeds expectations.

Duties

• Deliver consistently professional, friendly, and high-standard customer service, exceeding expectations wherever possible.
• Maintain strong product knowledge to advise customers effectively and maximise sales opportunities.
• Support and motivate team members through clear communication, briefings, and positive leadership.
• Ensure all bars, concessions, and event areas are set up to standard, operating efficiently across event and non-event days.
• Manage staffing levels, stock control, ordering, and financial reporting to meet service and budget targets.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement by keeping up with food and beverage trends and seeking operational enhancements.
• Ensure full compliance with company, health, safety, fire, and hygiene regulations, reporting issues promptly.
• Act as Manager on Duty when required, overseeing event delivery and supporting the wider catering and C&E operations.

Who you are

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering exceptional service.
• Commercially and financially astute, with the ability to influence outcomes.
• Flexible and adaptable; embraces and seeks out change and new ideas.
• Demonstrates integrity, accountability and strong professional ethics.
• Proven leadership, planning and people management abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM systems; up to date with market trends.
• Personal Licence Holder preferred.

Benefits

• Healthcare & Wellbeing - Medicash health benefits (including dental, mental health & optical for you and up to 4 children), free annual health check with Aviva Digicare, discounts at Nuffield Health & Pure Gym, and access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Exclusive Perks & Discounts - Save on entertainment (up to 55% off cinema tickets), shopping (up to 15% off), Vodafone plans, and travel with top providers such as TUI & Expedia.
• Workplace Benefits - Meals on duty, pension scheme, life assurance, and professional subscriptions paid.
• Leave & Family Support - 23 days + bank holidays, your birthday off, extra leave after maternity return, a day off for your baby's 1st birthday, and a holiday purchase scheme.
• Career & Financial Support - Ongoing training & development, career pathways, financial wellbeing programme, and preferred rates on salary finance products.

Who are Levy?

Levy, part of Compass Group, known for delivering exceptional food, drink, and hospitality experiences at world-renowned venues such as Wimbledon, Twickenham, and Tottenham Hotspur. Focused on sustainability, diversity, and inclusion, Levy prides itself on using sustainably sourced ingredients and providing outstanding service. The company is committed to achieving Net Zero by 2027, partnering with the British Paralympic Association, and ensuring all team members earn at least the Real Living Wage or London Living Wage.

Why Join Us as Event Retail Operations Manager?

At Levy UK & Ireland, we celebrate diversity and foster inclusion, valuing every individual's unique strengths. Our diverse team fuels 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.