Head of Event Operations - London

Rhubarb Hospitality Collection; Greater London; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A premium hospitality collective is seeking a Head of Event Operations in London to lead event delivery across prestigious venues, ensuring unforgettable experiences. This hands-on role is ideal for a seasoned hospitality professional with over 10 years of senior leadership in premium events. Responsibilities include orchestrating events and inspiring teams to exceed guest expectations. The position offers a salary of up to £60,000, management development opportunities, and employee recognition programs.

Benefits

Salary up to £60,000

Management development program

40% discount in all restaurants and venues

Meals on duty

Exposure to wider business and events

Employee recognition programmes

Qualifications

• 10+ years of senior leadership in premium, fine dining events.
• Experience in iconic or heritage venues.
• Strong ability to inspire and lead teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead event delivery across prestigious venues.
• Orchestrate flawless experiences with a hands-on approach.
• Ensure events meet and exceed guest expectations.

Skills

Operational excellence

Leadership

Event management

Client-facing presence

Job description

Head of Event Operations - London

Oak View Group :

Part of Oak View Group (OVG), Rhubarb is a premium hospitality collective specialising in luxury event catering, restaurant dining and hospitality. Rhubarb deliver unique dining and venue management at some of the worlds most iconic locations.

About the Venue :

With over twenty five years of experience, Rhubarb proudly create and deliver iconic events in London and beyond.

From beautiful canap receptions... spectacular summer parties, weddings, corporate launches and charity gala dinners, we deliver events with deliciously different flair and more WOW factor than you can imagine.

Role Purpose :

We are looking for an exceptional Head of Event Operations to lead event delivery for Rhubarb and Bovingdons; operating across the capital's most iconic and prestigious venues - from world-renowned museums to historic stately homes and distinguished livery halls.

Working alongside sister company Bovingdon's Catering, you'll orchestrate flawless experiences across our accredited portfolio. This is a hands‑on role in which you'll command the floor with presence; inspire teams, lead exceptional briefings; ensuring every event - whether an intimate private celebration, corporate launch or glamorous charity gala dinner - exceeds expectations and gives our guests a unique experience.

We're looking for an immaculate, seasoned hospitality professional with 10+ years of senior leadership in premium, fine dining events within iconic and or heritage venues. You'll combine operational excellence with a 'roll-your-sleeves-up' energy, transforming from behind-the-scenes coordinator to polished client-facing presence as each event unfolds.

This is your opportunity to shape unforgettable moments in London's most spectacular settings, leading a talented team dedicated to perfection.

What we offer

• Salary up to 60,000
• Management development program
• 40% discount in all our restaurants and venues
• Meals on duty
• Exposure to the wider business and events in London and beyond
• Brilliant employee recognition programmes

Our Inclusion Commitments :

RHC is for everyone. Diversity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence.

Wherever you come from, wherever you are going, we'd love to hear from you.

If you need any additional support or adjustments with your application, let us know and we will work with you to ensure you have everything you need.

Employee Screening and Eligibility to Work :

As part of the recruitment process, you will need to prove your eligibility to work in the UK. All applicants will receive a response.