Events Coordinator

Lexington Catering; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company seeks an Events Coordinator to join their Business & Industry division. This entry-level, full-time role involves providing administrative support, organizing client events, and ensuring excellent customer service. Candidates should have strong organizational skills and a proven ability to work in a professional environment.

Benefits

Free on-site lunches

Flexible working hours

Holiday allowance starting at 28 days

Family leave options

Paid charity leave

Career progression opportunities

Wellbeing benefits and mental health support

Life assurance and pension schemes

Exclusive discounts and cashback offers

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working in a professional environment.
• Proven customer service skills.
• Strong administrative and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the event sales department.
• Organize client events and collaborate with other departments.
• Prepare proposals, quotations, and contracts.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Job description

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Vacancy Details

• Vacancy Date: 22/05/2025
• Location: London EC3M 7HA

About Lexington Catering

This role is within our Business & Industry division, serving workplace clients. We are one of the industry’s largest and most innovative contract caterers, offering menus with pre-order and in-app payment options, utilizing 21st-century technology to meet diverse tastes and dietary needs for four million daily customers.

Benefits

• Free on-site lunches
• Flexible working hours
• Holiday allowance starting at 28 days, increasing to 31 days after two years
• Family leave options
• Paid charity leave
• Career progression opportunities
• Wellbeing benefits and mental health support
• Life assurance and pension schemes
• Exclusive discounts and cashback offers, cycle-to-work scheme

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the event sales department, including printing menus, updating overviews, liaising with the hospitality team, and assisting with contracts and billing.
• Respond to client inquiries via phone and email.
• Organize client events, collaborating with other departments to ensure flawless execution.
• Prepare and follow up on proposals, quotations, and contracts to maximize revenue.
• Conduct site visits of event spaces.
• Maintain accurate client records and databases, building strong relationships.
• Guide clients through the planning process, ensuring documentation is ready for handover to the operations team.
• Work closely with the sales team to generate new business and achieve targets.
• Manage multiple inboxes and communicate regularly with clients.
• Deliver excellent customer service and uphold brand standards throughout the event process.
• Identify opportunities to maximize revenue and encourage repeat business.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience working in a professional environment.
• Proven customer service skills.
• Strong administrative and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines under pressure.

Additional Information

This is an entry-level, full-time management role within the hospitality industry. We encourage referrals, which can double your chances of interview success.