Operations Staffing Co-ordinator

De Vere; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A premier events venue in London is seeking a part-time Operations Staffing Co-ordinator to support the Operations Manager with administrative and operational tasks. This role involves efficient rota scheduling and contributing to a smooth venue operation. Ideal candidates will possess strong organizational skills and a background in operational roles, particularly in events or hospitality.

Benefits

£12.21 per hour

Share of Service Charge

Free meals on duty

28 days holiday

Annual complimentary 2-night stay

Qualifications

• Experience in an operational role within events, hotel, or restaurant environments is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Efficient rota scheduling of the team and agency staff.
• Assist with administrative and operational tasks to ensure smooth venue operations.

Skills

Highly organised

Excellent time management

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for a part-time administrative role? We are recruiting for an Operations Staffing Co-ordinator to join our team at De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms, an iconic events venue in London’s Covent Garden.

As the Operations Staffing Co-ordinator you will support the Operations Manager & People and Culture team for our busy events venue with key administrative and operational tasks.

Responsibilities

Your main focus will be on the efficient rota scheduling of our team. You will assist in drafting rota schedules for our team and temporary agency staff based on business needs, ensuring all shifts are covered, contracted hours are fulfilled, and agency costs are minimised. However the role will also involve supporting with other administrative and operational tasks to ensure the smooth running of the venue and the retention of our valued colleagues in the team.

Role Details

This is a part-time role working 20 hours per week during the day, although these could be worked over 3 - 5 days per week to suit you and your other life commitments.

Your skills and experience

• You are highly organised, have excellent time management skills and can juggle multiple tasks
• You have great attention to detail, spot potential issues before they arise and always have a solution ready
• Whether it’s written or verbal, you can communicate clearly and effectively at all levels and enjoy interacting with people and building positive relationships
• You’re comfortable with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and have a strong administrative background
• You will ideally have operational experience in an events environment, hotel or restaurant

The Pay & Benefits

At De Vere we pay attention to the thoughtful details that inspire the loyalty of our permanent colleagues. That’s why we are proud to offer the following benefits for the role of Operations Staffing Co-ordinator.

• £12.21 per hour
• A share of the Service Charge to help boost your earnings and reward you for the service you deliver
• Free meals on duty in our colleague dining facilities
• Varied shift patterns and contracts available to suit your lifestyle
• As a token of our gratitude for your loyalty, we\'ll treat you to an annual complimentary 2-night stay with dinner in a De Vere property of your choice, plus additional monetary rewards for reaching long service milestones
• Discover exclusive perks with our £50 colleague rates for overnight stays at De Vere properties, accompanied by a fantastic 50% discount on Food & Beverage.
• 28 days holiday each year (increasing annually up to 33 days)
• Venue closure over the Christmas period allowing you time off to enjoy the festive season
• Explore our Exclusively Yours Benefits portal, unlocking hundreds of discounts on retail, travel, and leisure activities.
• We are committed to your growth and offer excellent career progression opportunities, including access to our Apprenticeship programmes and study support.
• Take advantage of our Employee Assistance Programme, Hospitality Action, providing 24/7 health and wellbeing support, including free counselling.
• Experience the flexibility and convenience of Stream, our financial wellbeing platform, granting you instant access to your pay when you need it.
• We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our monthly colleague recognition programme, You Are De Vere, culminating in an exciting annual colleague recognition event.
• Join a supportive team that knows how to have fun with regular team appreciation events, including memorable Christmas and Summer parties.
• Gain peace of mind with our Company Life Assurance scheme, ensuring financial security for your loved ones.

De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms is our Iconic Events venue in London, and as this property does not have any guest bedrooms, the space is solely set up to run and host the most incredible meetings and events. We host movie premier after parties, high profile fashion, music and charity events, exciting exhibitions and conferences, large weddings and corporate meetings: our impressive event space and extensive meeting facilities means this property is always buzzing and an incredibly fun place to work.

Your commute: Grand Connaught Rooms is just 5 minutes from Covent Garden and Holborn tube stations and 30 minutes’ walk from Kings Cross, St Pancras and Euston train stations, we\'re well-connected for all major London transport links.

At De Vere, we warmly welcome everyone and foster a sense of belonging, where each person is valued and appreciated. Join our team and become part of a passionate group of individuals who genuinely care about the experiences we create for our guests and colleagues.