About Kemola Restaurant and Lounge. Kemola Restaurant and Lounge Limited operates a premium restaurant and lounge offering African, Nigerian, and Caribbean cuisine alongside catering services, private events, corporate functions, and entertainment-led experiences. The business is currently expanding its catering operations, community partnerships, and corporate event services while developing additional branches and new service offerings. To support this expansion, Kemola Restaurant and Lounge requires a Project Manager to coordinate business development projects, event service expansion, and strategic growth initiatives across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
* Project Planning & Coordination
o Plan, organise, and coordinate business development and event-related projects across the organisation.
o Define project scope, timelines, milestones, and deliverables for new business initiatives.
o Develop project plans and ensure projects are delivered within agreed deadlines and budgets.
o Coordinate project activities between management, marketing support, suppliers, and external partners.
* Business Expansion Projects
o Support projects related to the expansion of catering services, corporate events, and community partnerships.
o Coordinate feasibility assessments for potential new locations, services, or partnerships.
o Monitor project progress and ensure alignment with company growth objectives.
* Stakeholder & Client Coordination
o Liaise with internal stakeholders, external suppliers, event organisers, and commercial partners involved in project delivery.
o Facilitate communication between management and project stakeholders to ensure smooth project implementation.
o Coordinate project meetings, updates, and reporting.
* Project Monitoring & Reporting
o Track project performance against timelines, budgets, and key milestones.
o Prepare project progress reports and provide recommendations to senior management.
o Identify risks, challenges, or delays and propose mitigation strategies.
* Commercial & Strategic Analysis
o Support data analysis related to event bookings, catering demand, and market opportunities.
o Assist management in evaluating project outcomes and future expansion opportunities.
o Provide structured insights to support long-term growth planning.
The Ideal Candidate
* Minimum 2 years experience in project management, project coordination, or strategic business initiatives.
* Strong organisational and analytical skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
* Experience coordinating stakeholders, timelines, and project deliverables.
* Excellent communication, reporting, and planning skills.
* Ability to work independently within a hybrid working environment.
Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Project Management, Finance, Marketing, or related field.
* Professional certification or training in Project Management (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP or equivalent) is advantageous.
* Strong written and spoken English.
* Right to work in the UK.
* DBS clearance may be required for certain external events or partnerships.
Benefits
* Salary: £39,000 per annum.
* Pension auto-enrolment.
* Flexible hybrid working arrangement.
* 28 days annual leave (pro-rata).
* Career development opportunities within a growing hospitality and events organisation.
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