Sales and Events Coordinator (Maternity Cover)
Contract: Full Time, Temporary
Salary: 28,000
Hours: 40 per week
One of eighteen first‑class county clubs within the domestic cricket structure of England and Wales. We host a range of events throughout the year, from corporate and private meetings to match days. With a variety of Food & Beverage outlets, the venue offers attendees a fun day out.
40 hours
Largely Monday‑Friday
Fixed ten‑month contract
We are looking for a customer‑focused Sales and Events Coordinator to join our team at a prominent client location in Taunton.
Thomas Franks is a founder‑led, fresh food catering business focused on excellence and service delivered with individuality, passion and style. We are unique in every approach and our clients and people are paramount to our daily success.
Responsibilities
* Support the club’s sales function and coordinate event planning from initial enquiry to delivery.
* Coordinate key operational details and sales information to ensure the successful delivery of each event.
* Provide assistance to event attendees, gathering required information, communicating thoroughly and paying keen attention to detail.
* Work collaboratively with other sales and event staff, following instructions and contributing to the overall success of the event.
* Perform assigned tasks effectively and efficiently, adhering to safety guidelines and event protocols.
* Be prepared to take on various roles or assist in different areas of event operations as needed.
Skills and Qualifications
* Willingness to work in a fast‑paced environment, supporting event and sales operations.
* Reliable and punctual, arriving on time for assigned shifts.
* Capable of handling tasks that may involve heavy lifting and standing for extended periods.
* Ability to work well as part of a team, following instructions and collaborating effectively with colleagues.
* Great communication skills to understand and carry out tasks and follow instructions from supervisors and clients.
* Willingness to take on various roles and responsibilities as needed during and prior to events.
* Customer‑friendly attitude and willingness to assist event attendees as required.
Knowledge and Competencies
* Reasonable understanding of verbal English.
* Reasonable standard of written English and reading skills.
* Similar experience in a customer or food‑preparation environment is preferred.
Benefits
* Wider wallet scheme (discounts at major retailers, restaurants, gyms, etc).
* Volunteer leave – up to one day per year.
* Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoptive leave.
* Cycle‑to‑work scheme.
* Recommend‑a‑friend bonus.
* Unrivalled individual training and development.
* Well‑established apprenticeship programme.
* Team and company social events.
* Employee assistance programme.
* Workplace pension.
* Excellent career progression within a leading independent contract caterer.
About Us
Thomas Franks is a founder‑led, fresh food catering business focused on excellence and service delivered with individuality, passion and style. We are unique in every approach and our clients and people are paramount to our daily success.
All applicants must be able to demonstrate that they have the Right to Work in the UK to be considered for this role.
Diversity and Inclusion
We actively encourage applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds and continue to develop a culture of growth and inclusion. We invite applications from groups who are currently under‑represented, because we believe greater diversity leads to exceptional results and provides a better working life.
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