Events Floor Manager

Nobu Hotel London Portman Square; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer-a-Friend Bonus

Discounted stays across Nobu Hotels

Discounted food & beverage

Free meals on duty

Wellness initiatives

Up to 33 days annual leave

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Nobu Hotel London Portman Square is seeking an experienced Events Floor Manager to lead the Meetings & Events service operation and inspire a team of supervisors and waiters to deliver exceptional guest experiences at high-end events.

Reporting to the Meetings & Events Operations Manager, you will ensure flawless event execution from start to finish, build strong client relationships, and drive outstanding service in a fast-paced luxury setting.

Qualifications

• Experience managing events/banqueting or F&B operations in a luxury hotel or premium environment.
• Strong leadership and people-management skills
• Excellent organizational and communication abilities
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach
• Experience working with high-profile guests, clients and event organisers
• Ability to remain calm and professional in a fast-paced environment
• Passion for creating memorable guest experiences

Responsibilities

• Lead Meetings & Events operations during service
• Motivate, develop and manage a team of supervisors and waiters
• Act as main contact for clients, organisers, suppliers and vendors during events
• Ensure all event requirements are delivered accurately and on time
• Coordinate with kitchen and operations for smooth execution
• Create memorable guest experiences and resolve issues professionally
• Coach and develop colleagues through training and feedback
• Identify opportunities to improve service standards, efficiency and guest satisfaction
• Manage procurement requirements through Procure Wizard
• Maintain high health, safety and compliance standards
• Champion Nobu's values of Family, Crafted, Smile and Kokoro

Skills

Leadership

People management

Organisational skills

Communication

Proactive problem-solving

Guest experience

Calm under pressure

Procure Wizard

Tools

Procure Wizard

Job description

Job Ref: NOB2693

Branch: Nobu Hotel London Portman Square

Location: London Portman Square, West London

Salary/Benefits: Competitive salary, excellent tronc service charge and benefits

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Hours per week: 40 hours per week

Posted date: 16/09/2026

Closing date: 16/10/2026

At Nobu Hotel London Portman Square, we create unforgettable experiences. From elegant private dining events and luxury corporate functions to exclusive celebrations and large-scale receptions, every event reflects the renowned Nobu standards of service, quality and hospitality.

We're looking for an experienced and passionate Events Floor Manager to lead our Meetings & Events service operation, inspiring a team of supervisors and waiters to deliver outstanding guest experiences while ensuring flawless event execution.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a globally recognised luxury brand where innovation, leadership and exceptional service are at the heart of everything we do.

Why Join Nobu?

• Be part of a world-renowned luxury hospitality brand
• Lead a dynamic and passionate events team
• Work on a diverse range of high-end events and functions
• Genuine career progression opportunities within Nobu Hotels worldwide
• Extensive learning and development programmes
• £1,000 Refer-a-Friend Bonus
• Discounted stays across Nobu Hotels globally
• Discounted food and beverage
• Free meals whilst on duty
• Wellness initiatives, discounted treatments and Pilates classes
• Up to 33 days annual leave through length of service
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Regular employee celebrations and awards events

About The Role

As Events Floor Manager, you'll work closely with the Meetings & Events Operations Manager to ensure every event is delivered seamlessly from start to finish.

You’ll be responsible for leading service teams on the floor, building strong relationships with clients and event organisers, and creating memorable experiences that exceed guest expectations.

This role is ideal for a hospitality professional who thrives in a fast-paced luxury environment, enjoys leading teams and takes pride in delivering exceptional service.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading Meetings & Events operations during service
• Managing, motivating and developing a team of supervisors and waiters
• Acting as the main point of contact for clients, organisers, suppliers and vendors during events
• Ensuring all event requirements are delivered accurately and on time
• Coordinating closely with kitchen and operational teams to guarantee smooth execution
• Creating memorable guest experiences and resolving issues professionally
• Coaching and developing colleagues through training, feedback and support
• Identifying opportunities to improve service standards, efficiency and guest satisfaction
• Managing procurement requirements through Procure Wizard
• Maintaining the highest levels of health, safety and compliance standards
• Championing Nobu's values of Family, Crafted, Smile and Kokoro

What We're Looking For

We're seeking an engaging and inspiring leader who is passionate about luxury hospitality and exceptional service.

• Experience managing events, banqueting or food & beverage operations within a luxury hotel or premium hospitality environment
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Excellent organisational and communication abilities
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach
• Experience working with high-profile guests, clients and event organisers
• The ability to remain calm and professional in a fast-paced environment
• A genuine passion for creating memorable guest experiences

About Nobu Hotel London Portman Square

Located in the heart of London's West End, Nobu Hotel London Portman Square combines contemporary luxury with Japanese-inspired hospitality. Home to 243 guest rooms and suites, a world-renowned Nobu Restaurant, elegant event spaces and a stunning ballroom, the hotel has established itself as one of London's leading luxury lifestyle destinations.

Build Your Career With Nobu

At Nobu, we believe exceptional guest experiences start with exceptional people. If you're ready to take the next step in your hospitality career and lead memorable events within an internationally recognised luxury brand, we'd love to hear from you.

Nobu Hotels effortlessly blends modern luxury and minimal Japanese tradition into the concept of a lifestyle hotel. Filled with cutting-edge design and stunning spaces, Nobu Hotels provides remarkable hospitable service and an unparalleled experience like nothing before. Helming from world renowned

Chef Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro and Meir Teper, the Nobu Hotels concept is a remarkable conjunction of exquisite cuisine, innovation and creativity.

Nobu Hotel London Portman Square features 243 guest rooms and suites, together with a Nobu restaurant, ballroom and meeting spaces beautifully conceptualised by London-based architecture and interior design firm, David Collins Studio, in conjunction with Make Architects.

We are looking for great people that embody our core values of Kokoro, Smile, Family & Crafted.

You will share our passion, deliver quality results and have the courage to be different and creative within your specialism.