Events Floor Supervisor

Searcys; London; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious catering company in London is seeking an experienced Events Supervisor to coordinate and manage events, ensuring successful delivery and profitability. The ideal candidate will have at least a year of event management experience, possess strong organizational and communication skills, and be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This full-time role offers a salary of £33,000 per annum and various employee benefits including annual leave and discounts.

Benefits

50% discount across venues

Enrolment into pension scheme

Up to 35 days annual leave

Access to discounts and communication portal

Employee assistance programme

Meals provided on shift

Annual celebration event

Cycle to work scheme

Your birthday off

A day off to volunteer

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in event management.
• Understanding of event management processes.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure events are set up as per event sheets.
• Liaise with kitchen and events team for successful delivery.
• Plan and manage both short and long-term events.
• Maintain or exceed budgeted sales and profits.
• Lead the event team to build long-term customer relationships.

Skills

Event management experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Solution-oriented mindset

Strategic thinking

Job description

Company Description

Searcys is looking for an Events Supervisor to join the team at the IET.

As an Event Floor Supervisor for Searcys, you will be responsible for the overall coordination and profitability of events, supporting managers and coordinating the team during events.

The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) is a multidisciplinary professional engineering institution formed in 2006 from the merger of two historic institutions: the Institution of Electrical Engineers (established in 1871) and the Institution of Incorporated Engineers (established in 1884).

Benefits

• 50% discount across Searcys venues
• Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme
• Up to 35 days annual leave (depending on role)
• Access to discounts and communication portal
• Employee assistance programme
• Enrolment into Searcys Champagne School
• Meals provided on shift when working within a venue
• Annual celebration event
• Cycle to work scheme
• Your birthday off
• A day off to volunteer or give back to a charity of your choice

Job Description

The Event Floor Supervisor will work as part of an exciting events team to deliver food & beverage and event operations across various event spaces. You will also assist front-of-house operations on assigned events, providing comprehensive briefings to all team members involved.

Job Details

Type: Full Time

Salary: £33,000 per annum

Responsibilities

• Ensure events are set up as per event sheets.
• Ensure events are delivered on time.
• Liaise with kitchen and events team to ensure successful delivery.
• Plan and manage events both short and long-term.
• Maintain or exceed budgeted sales and profits.
• Lead the event team to build long-term customer relationships to achieve sales goals.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in event management.
• Understanding of the event and meeting management process from conception to completion.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Solution-oriented mindset to adapt to challenges.
• Excellent strategic thinking and reasoning skills.
• Creative, positive, self-directed, and able to work under pressure with humility.

Additional Information

Founded in 1847, we are the oldest caterer in the UK. Working with us offers opportunities to be part of London's prestigious events, learn from experienced colleagues, and be part of a storied legacy in hospitality.

Visit our website at www.searcys.co.uk to learn more about our history.