Events Supervisor

Searcys; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious events team in the heart of London as an Events Supervisor. This role offers a unique opportunity to coordinate and manage high-profile events in a stunning Georgian venue. You will be responsible for ensuring that events are executed flawlessly, leading a dedicated team while building long-term customer relationships. With a focus on profitability and excellence, you will thrive in a fast-paced environment, gaining valuable insights and mentorship in the hospitality industry. This position promises a rewarding experience in one of the UK's oldest catering establishments, where your contributions will be valued.

Benefits

50% discount across Searcys venues

Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme

Up to 35 days annual leave

Access to discounts and communication portals

Employee assistance programme

Meals provided on shift

Cycle to work scheme

Your birthday off

A day off to volunteer for a charity

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in event management required.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage events from setup to delivery.
• Liaise with kitchen and events team to ensure success.

Skills

Event Management

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Strategic Thinking

Job description

Full-time • Front of House • 0 Hours per week •

Searcys is seeking an Events Supervisor to join our team at 116 Pall Mall.

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

116 Pall Mall is a stunning Georgian venue dating back to 1820 in the heart of London, originally designed by John Nash. The venue features traditional meeting rooms and glamorous chandelier-filled ballrooms.

Benefits include:

• 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 portals
• Employee assistance programme
• Meals provided on shift at our venues
• Cycle to work scheme
• Your birthday off
• A day off to volunteer for a charity of your choice

The role involves working with an exciting events team to deliver food, beverage, and event operations across various spaces, and assisting front of house operations by briefing team members involved in event delivery.

Job Type: Full Time

Responsibilities:

• Ensure events are set up as per event sheets.
• Deliver events on time according to event sheets.
• 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 and achieve sales targets.

Minimum Requirements:

• 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.
• Problem-solving skills and adaptability.
• Strategic thinking and critical reasoning skills.
• Positive, creative, self-directed, and composed under pressure.

Join us to be part of London's most prestigious events, gain insights, mentorship, and become part of a storied legacy in hospitality. We are proud to be the oldest caterer in the UK, founded in 1847.

To learn more about Searcys, visit our website at www.searcys.co.uk.