Meetings & Events Supervisor

The Motorist; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Death in service benefit

Training and development opportunities

Staff discount across The Motorist venues

Job summary

The Motorist in Sherburn in Elmet seeks a Meetings & Events Supervisor to manage event delivery and ensure exceptional service. The role includes supervising various gatherings such as conferences and weddings, and training staff.

Successful candidates will have supervisory experience in a hospitality setting and excellent communication skills. Benefits include competitive pay, overtime potential, and various discounts. Flexibility in working hours is essential, including weekends.

Qualifications

• Proven supervisory experience in hospitality, events, banqueting or meeting environments.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Proactive problem-solver with a guest-focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and host the delivery of various events.
• Act as the main on-duty host for clients.
• Lead, train, and motivate catering and event staff.

Skills

Supervisory experience in hospitality or events

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Organisational ability

Job description

Job Title: Meetings & Events Supervisor

The Motorist – Sherburn in Elmet

Hours: 30 hours per week (overtime very likely)

Contract: Permanent, Flexible Hours (including early mornings, evenings, weekends)

About Us

The Motorist is an automotive‑themed venue in Sherburn‑in‑Elmet, Leeds. It offers meeting spaces, conference venues and private dining experiences for corporate events, weddings and brand launches.

About the Role

We’re seeking an experienced Meetings & Events Supervisor to oversee the end‑to‑end delivery of events, ensuring seamless execution and exceptional service across a varied calendar.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and host the delivery of meetings, conferences, weddings, trade shows, private parties and other events.
• Act as the main on‑duty host for clients, ensuring their needs are met and expectations exceeded.
• Lead, train, brief, and motivate catering and event staff to deliver high standards of service.
• Ensure health, safety and hygiene compliance across all event activities.
• Maintain strong communication with Operations, Kitchen, Sales teams and external suppliers.
• Proactively solve on‑site challenges with calm professionalism.
• Uphold presentation, service and commercial standards that reflect our brand values.

Person Specification

• Proven supervisory experience in hospitality, events, banqueting or meeting environments.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Proactive problem‑solver with a guest‑focused attitude.
• Commercial awareness and understanding of how exceptional service drives repeat business.
• Strong organisational ability and attention to detail in a fast‑paced setting.
• Flexible working hours are essential, including weekends and some late evenings.

Typical Working Conditions

This role involves long periods on your feet and working in a dynamic environment with varying demands throughout the week. You’ll support a wide range of events – from business meetings and conferences to weddings, trade shows, private celebrations and community functions.

Company Benefits

• Death in service benefit (after successful completion of 12 months’ service).
• Training and development opportunities.
• Discount on beds purchased from the Company (after successful completion of probationary period).
• One additional day’s holiday (or pro‑rata, if you work part time) following the completion of 5 years’ service.
• Discount on food and beverages at The Motorist.
• Discount on services offered at The Motorist Garage.

What We Offer

• Competitive rate of pay.
• 30 hours per week with overtime very likely.
• Tips and discretionary rewards.
• Staff discount across The Motorist venues.
• Ongoing training, development and progression opportunities.