Operations Events Manager Festivals & Events | Full-Time Love fast-paced environments, great food, and leading high-energy teams? This could be your next move. About the Role We are a fast-growing street food and events business serving fresh, vibrant cuisine at some of the UK’s most exciting festivals and large-scale events. As we prepare for the 2026 summer season and beyond, we’re looking for an experienced Operations Manager to join our team and play a key role in our continued growth. We are recruiting for this role on behalf of one of our valued concessionaire partners. The Role This is a hands-on, full-time position combining: Festival operations (peak summer season, travel across the UK) Year-round events & corporate catering (primarily Greater London) You’ll work closely with the senior management team to oversee operations from planning through to execution—ensuring smooth, professional and high-energy service on site. What You’ll Be Doing Running day-to-day operations across festival and event food units Leading, motivating and supporting teams during busy service periods Managing rotas, staffing and scheduling across multiple events Overseeing stock control, ordering and cost management Ensuring food safety, hygiene and compliance standards are met Handling opening/closing procedures, cash-ups and reporting Coordinating builds, setups and pack-downs at festivals Liaising with event organisers, suppliers and site teams Working closely with production and logistics teams to manage stock flow Reporting on performance and contributing to operational improvements About You We’re looking for someone who thrives in high-energy environments and leads from the front: Proven experience in festivals, street food, or large-scale event operations Background managing high-volume food units, kiosks or concessions Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams under pressure Hands-on, proactive and solutions-focused mindset Passion for delivering outstanding customer experiences Highly organised with excellent communication skills Comfortable working weekends, festivals and outdoor events Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle Willingness and ability to travel across the UK for events and festivals Food Hygiene Level 3 (or willingness to obtain Level 2 minimum) What We Offer Salary: £35,000 per year performance-based bonuses Permanent, full-time role with real growth opportunities ~35–40 hours per week (seasonal flexibility required) Opportunity to work at some of the UK’s biggest festivals and events A supportive, ambitious and collaborative team culture A fast-growing business where your ideas genuinely matter Partner discounts across hospitality Apply Now If you’re passionate about food, events, and leading teams in dynamic environments, we’d love to hear from you. About Freemans Event Partners: Our Bars team specialises in complete bar services tailored to any event with a focus on driving revenue and volume whilst still upholding the highest standards. Presenting the ‘Perfect Serve’ experience with our partner brands such as Heineken UK, Moët & Chandon, Bacardi, ABinBev and Diageo. We pour over 150 types of spirits, cocktail combinations, champagne, lager and cider, and 6.2 million pints of beer every year so your customers never leave thirsty. We provide high-quality bars services for events, including festival bars, concerts, stadiums and sporting venues. We have long-standing partnerships with some of the biggest names in the event industry, including Boomtown Fair, Victorious and We Are FSTVL, as well as concert and sporting venues, including London Stadium and Twickenham Stadium.