Events & Marketing Coordinator

BaxterStorey; Cwmbran; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

BaxterStorey is seeking a dynamic Events & Marketing Coordinator to help launch Greenmeadow Community Farm in Cwmbran. This role involves planning events, coordinating marketing efforts, and ensuring a high-quality visitor experience in a family-friendly setting. Join us for a chance to shape the future of a new visitor attraction.

Benefits

28 days holiday + 3 volunteering days + 3 days grandparent leave

24 weeks enhanced maternity leave

Bespoke training and development opportunities

Pension & life insurance

Discounts via Perkbox

Access to a wellbeing hub & employee assistance programme

Free meals while at work

Career development & apprenticeships

Qualifications

• Proven experience in event coordination or hospitality management, ideally in a high-footfall environment.
• Strong background in planning and delivering events.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily operations across catering outlets and events.
• Plan and lead events for various functions.
• Oversee marketing efforts and community engagement activities.

Skills

Event Planning

Communication

Organisation

Creativity

Customer Service

Education

Experience in event coordination or hospitality management

Job description

Company Description

Be Part of Something New

Events & Marketing Coordinator

Greenmeadow Community Farm, Greenforge Way, Cwmbran, Torfaen, NP44 5AJ

£28,000 – £30,000 per annum + fantastic benefits

Opening August 2025

Greenmeadow Community Farm is preparing to open its gates in late August 2025, and we’re looking for a dynamic and creative Events & Marketing Coordinator to help launch and grow our brand-new visitor experience.

This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping the events, marketing, and guest experience at one of the region’s most anticipated new attractions.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting the General Manager in day-to-day operations across the site
• Leading the planning and delivery of events, from school visits and seasonal celebrations to private functions
• Coordinating marketing activities, including social media, promotions, and community outreach
• Helping to build a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere across all catering and visitor touchpoints
• Working closely with the team to ensure smooth operations and excellent customer service
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in event planning, marketing, or hospitality coordination
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• A creative mindset with a passion for storytelling and community engagement
• A hands-on approach and willingness to support across different areas of the farm
• A team player who thrives in a fast-paced, people-first environment
  
  

What You’ll Get

• £28k–£30k salary (DOE)
• 28 days holiday + 3 volunteering days + 3 days grandparent leave
• 24 weeks enhanced maternity leave
• Bespoke training and development opportunities
• Pension & life insurance
• Discounts via Perkbox (retail, holidays, cinema & more)
• Access to a wellbeing hub & employee assistance programme
• Free meals while at work
• Career development & apprenticeships for all experience levels
  
  

Why Join Us?

• Be part of something brand new from day one
• Work in a beautiful, nature-rich setting with a strong community focus
• Help shape the events and marketing strategy at a vibrant, family-focused destination
  
  

Ready to Build Something Amazing?

Apply now and be part of the Greenmeadow story from the very beginning.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities

As Events & Marketing Coordinator, you’ll play a vital role in supporting the launch and day-to-day running of our vibrant, multi-outlet catering and visitor experience. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting daily operations across all catering outlets, including the Farmshop, Café Restaurant, Barista Coffee Bar, Playbarn Café, Concessions, and Events & Hospitality spaces
• Planning and coordinating events, from school visits and seasonal celebrations to private functions and community activities
• Leading marketing efforts, including social media content, promotional campaigns, and community engagement
• Assisting with team leadership, helping to train, motivate, and support staff to deliver excellent service and uphold high standards
• Collaborating with the wider farm team to ensure smooth integration of catering, events, and visitor experiences
• Maintaining brand consistency across all guest touchpoints, ensuring a welcoming and family-friendly atmosphere
• Monitoring feedback and trends to help shape future events, improve visitor experience, and support continuous improvement
• Upholding food safety, hygiene, and operational standards in line with company policies and regulations
  
  

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in event coordination, marketing, or hospitality management, ideally in a high-footfall, family-focused environment
• A strong background in planning and delivering events, with the ability to stay calm and organised under pressure
• Experience supporting or supervising teams in a customer-facing setting, with a hands-on, collaborative approach
• Confident in using social media and marketing tools to promote events and engage with the community
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a warm, approachable manner
• Highly organised and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• A creative thinker with a solution-focused mindset and a passion for storytelling
• Willingness to work flexibly, including weekends and occasional evenings, to support events and peak periods
  
  

Additional Information

For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location (whether that’s an office, stadium, cathedral or university), we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer can have the hospitality experience they deserve.

We need the brightest and the best to join us to make this all possible. We will support you to create your hospitality legacy and build a career that you are proud of.

Our drive and belief in our people, means that we always strive to supercharge our team’s careers. ‘Better’ is a daily habit that sits deep within our DNA, meaning learning will be front and centre of your experience working with us.

Join us, and be part of the food revolution!

BaxterStorey Values

ALWAYS VISIONARY

We strive for better, we never settle, never compromise, never follow. We lead the way, blazing our own trail.

Wholeheartedly Positive

We are up-beat, motivating and inspiring. Our love for what we do radiates through our food, and is amplified by our people.

CREATIVELY COLLABORATIVE

We embrace our differences to push creativity and we work together to be better.

FOREVER CONSCIOUS

We work together as a team to lead by example, protecting the planet and supporting local communities.

Interested? Even if you don’t meet all requirements, we’d like to hear from you. If you are motivated and hungry to learn, we can work together to develop your potential.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We celebrate individuality and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, races, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds.

BaxterStorey is committed to encouraging equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I) among our workforce and aim for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To support our commitment to this we have set ourselves an ambition to ‘set the standard and to be recognised for having the most inclusive culture in hospitality’.

Join us and bring your unique perspective to our team.