Premium Hospitality & Large-Scale Events Lead

Compass Group PLC; Old Woking; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension

Career development

Digital GP & wider healthcare

Exclusive travel discounts

Retail discounts

Cinema discounts

Cash rewards & cashback

Wellness & fitness classes

Discounts for friends & family

Job summary

Restaurant Associates seeks an exceptional Hospitality & Events Manager to lead a premium operation delivering high-profile events for 2,000+ guests. You will own a £3m operation and drive outstanding service across large-scale corporate dinners, receptions and VIP experiences.

Manage a core team of 25, scaling to 50+ for major events, work closely with senior clients and the Executive Chef, and own end-to-end delivery from set‑up to close.

Responsibilities

• Take operational ownership of high-profile events for up to 4000 guests.
• Own a £3m operation, drive commercial performance and exceptional service.
• Lead a core team of 25, scaling to 50+ for major events.
• Deliver premium hospitality across meeting rooms and fine dining.
• Lead from set‑up to close, ensuring seamless delivery.
• Collaborate with senior clients and the Executive Chef.
• Manage weekend, evening and occasional out-of-hours commitments.

Job description

Restaurant Associates seeks an exceptional Hospitality & Events Manager to lead a premium operation delivering high-profile events for 2,000+ guests. You will own a £3m operation and drive outstanding service across large-scale corporate dinners, receptions and VIP experiences.

Manage a core team of 25, scaling to 50+ for major events, work closely with senior clients and the Executive Chef, and own end-to-end delivery from set‑up to close.