Events Manager

BaxterStorey; Greater London; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free lunch

Tea & coffee on shift

Life Assurance

Career development

Employee discounts

Job summary

Benugo is seeking an Events Manager for The Science Museum site, open 7 days a week with full flexibility, including weekends. You will lead on-site events, manage catering logistics and client communications, and work to improve sales and service.

The role offers a full-time pattern with shifts 5 days out of 7. Ideal candidates will have prior events management experience and be enthusiastic about a fast-paced environment, with strong communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in events management desirable.
• Enthusiastic about working in a dynamic, fast paced environment.
• Excellent communicator with ability to motivate and inspire.
• Flexibility to work on events as required.

Responsibilities

• To operationally lead on site events.
• To manage catering logistics, including event file handling and service plans.
• To ensure enquiries and client feedback are handled professionally and promptly.
• To improve sales and service continuously.
• To lead and mentor the team through evaluations, training and coaching.
• Manage budgets, forecasting, cost control and forward planning.

Skills

Event management

Budget management

Team leadership

Catering logistics

Client relations

Job description

• Salaried Working Pattern: Full-time 5 Days Out of 7
• Compensation: GBP 36,000 - GBP 38,000 - yearly

Company Description

When we founded Benugo 28 years ago we had a vision of not just creating superb, natural food but of giving London something that was a real experience.

This vision is still true today. The Benugo brand stretches from our own award-winning high street stores to cafes and restaurants within some of the world’s best loved public spaces and visitor attraction.

Find out more about us at www.benugo.com

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Events Manager to join the team at The Science Museum

The site is open 7 days a week, and successful candidates must be fully flexible, including working weekends.

We Offer:

Shifts: 5 days out of 7

Contract: Full Time

About the Events Manager role:

• To operationally lead on site events
• To manage catering logistics, including event file handling, event briefing sheet and service plans
• To ensure all enquiries and client feedback are managed professionally and in a timely manner
• To continuously work towards improving sales and service
• To lead and motivate the team through ongoing evaluations, listening, training and mentoring
• Financial and budget management including forecasting, cost control and forward planning

About the ideal candidate:

• Previous experience in a similar role is desirable
• Enthusiastic about working in a dynamic and fast paced environment
• Excellent communicator with the ability to motivate and inspire
• Flexibility to work on events as and when required
• Passion for food and wine is a plus!

Additional Information

Benugo has built a culture of inclusivity & progression for all employees. Not only have we retained our family-feel culture, but we also offer a range of benefits including:

• Free lunch on shift
• Free tea and coffee at any Benugo location
• A monthly allowance to use at any Benugo location
• Competitive rate
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave pay for when your family is growing
• Company sick leave
• Company annual leave
• Opportunity to develop and further your career within a fast growing an exciting company with a very prestigious list of clients
• Employee discounts at several retailers (via Perkboxapp) & fitness providers
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme & our trained Mental Health First Aiders

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