Restaurant Events Manager

COYA; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant hospitality brand in London is seeking an Events Manager to coordinate high-end, dynamic events. This role involves managing event logistics and professional relationships, ensuring exceptional experiences for guests. Candidates should have experience in event coordination within hospitality and excel in communication and organization. Our inclusive work environment encourages creativity and career growth.

Benefits

Enhanced holiday entitlement package of 32 days

Opportunities to grow and develop

Long service awards

Global dining discounts

Family meals twice a day

Generous gift for new parents

Qualifications

• Experience in event coordination as a manager within the hospitality or F&B sector.
• Excellent organisation and communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Confidence in managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-end hospitality environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the end-to-end coordination of events, including client communications and logistics.
• Ensure all event details are accurately recorded and shared across relevant departments.
• Collaborate with Reservations and Operations teams for seamless guest experiences.

Skills

Event coordination

Organizational skills

Communication skills

CRM familiarity

Tools

Monday.com

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At COYA, our restaurants are more than dining destinations—they’re vibrant experiences. We are known for our innovative approach to hospitality that blends contemporary luxury with a lively, inviting atmosphere. Our passionate team is dedicated to delivering brilliant experiences to every guest, with venues in London (Mayfair & City), Oman, Monaco, Mykonos, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Riyadh, Marbella, and Barcelona.

If you share a passion for creativity, excellence, and proactive engagement, you’ll feel right at home with us.

At COYA, our restaurants are more than dining destinations—they’re vibrant experiences. We are known for our innovative approach to hospitality that blends contemporary luxury with a lively, inviting atmosphere. Our passionate team is dedicated to delivering brilliant experiences to every guest, with venues in London (Mayfair & City), Oman, Monaco, Mykonos, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Riyadh, Marbella, and Barcelona.

If you share a passion for creativity, excellence, and proactive engagement, you’ll feel right at home with us.

The Role: Restaurant Events Manager

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Events Manager to join our exceptional team at COYA Mayfair. In this role, you will support the Reservations team in delivering high-end, dynamic, and memorable events for our guests and clients. You will be instrumental in managing the event pipeline, coordinating logistics, and cultivating professional relationships that reflect COYA’s brand values and energy.

Why Join COYA?

At COYA, we believe that our success is driven by our people. We offer a dynamic and inclusive work environment where creativity and innovation are encouraged. As a member of the COYA family, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career while being part of a globally renowned brand.

As an Events Manager at COYA, you can expect:

• Enhanced holiday entitlement package of 32 days (including bank holidays)
• Endless opportunities to grow and develop – we promote from within!
• Long service awards
• Global dining discounts across COYA and our sister venues
• Family meals twice a day
• A generous gift when you become a parent

Key Responsibilities: Event Planning & Execution

• Support the end-to-end coordination of events, including client communications, site visits, menu planning, and supplier liaison.
• Ensure all event details are accurately recorded and shared across relevant departments using tools such as Monday.com and master event trackers.
• Collaborate with Reservations and Operations teams to ensure seamless guest experiences and service execution.
• Assist with activation opportunities and bespoke promotional events that showcase COYA’s cultural and experiential brand identity.

• Respond to inbound event enquiries efficiently and professionally, offering tailored solutions to meet client needs.
• Track event conversions and provide weekly progress updates to the Regional Reservations Manager.
• Maximise upselling opportunities while maintaining operational balance across the restaurant teams.

• Facilitate internal communication across departments regarding event briefs, special requirements, and booking updates.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in event coordination as a manager within the hospitality or F&B sector.
• Excellent organisation and communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Confidence in managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-end hospitality environment.
• Familiarity with CRM tools like Monday.com and the ability to track sales metrics and client pipelines.
• A proactive, service-led mindset and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences.

All candidates must hold the right to work in the UK to be considered. Sponsorship is not available for this role.

At COYA Restaurants Ltd, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and colleagues without regard to an individual's, race, colour, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.