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Convene is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and we believe that diverse teams are the best teams. We live our values of GRIT (Genuine, Relentless, Integrity & Teamwork) and strive to create an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone can be their true selves, where we all show up for each other. In line with our goal to be 1% better every day, we are committed to listening, learning, growing and improving. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives to join us on this journey.
We’re seeking a Conference & Events Manager to join our Operations team. The Conference & Events Manager will report directly to the Venue Manager.
Please note: The candidate must currently reside in the UK and be able to work in the UK without sponsorship.
What You’ll Do
The Conference and Events Manager is responsible for ensuring the success of all programs while maintaining a profitable operation and high-quality products and service levels. The Conference and Events Manager is expected to share ideas to promote business; reduce employee turnover; maintain revenue and payroll budgets; and meet budgeted productivity while keeping quality consistently high.
* Supervise and set up the culinary service quickly and efficiently for participants and ensure that it follows The Program Execution Order
* Supervise the service team and support staff including setup, utilities, maintenance, and security
* Coordinate culinary service between the culinary team and service team
* Keep culinary informed of accurate counts
* Review menu/service with production and culinary teams
* Enforce all rules and regulations and ability to carry out all safety and emergency programs
* Monitor all beverage consumption
* Follow all health and safety regulations and ensure sanitation and cleanliness of service areas
What We Look For
* Minimum of 2 or more years of progressive experience in a conference center or a related field
* Previous supervisory responsibility preferred
* Strong knowledge of service standards, and different service types
* Knowledge of food and beverage preparation techniques, health department rules and regulations, liquor laws and regulations
* Be involved in and/or conduct ongoing training of service specialists to maintain standards of service
* Manage opening and/or closing inspection duties
* Maintain service cleanliness in front and back of the site
* Ensure positive overall client satisfaction
* Ability to interact with guests and/or associates in a courteous, empathetic, and discreet manner
* Adhere to basic hygiene procedures and grooming standards
* Flexible and long hours sometimes required
* Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance
* Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time
Who We Are
Convene is a global lifestyle hospitality company that designs and operates premium meeting, event, and flexible office spaces. It is the largest single provider of dedicated meeting and event venues in the U.S. and U.K. with a network of 38 locations across nine cities; the Convene portfolio of brands includes etc.venues, Club 75, and the “by Convene” label for bespoke locations in partnership with other organizations. With a combined 44 years of experience, Convene brands bring hospitality and lifestyle into traditional commercial real estate assets, partnering with the industry’s top landlords to deliver increased building value while also creating premium experiences for tenants. The company counts Ares and RXR Realty among its investors, and has been named one of America’s 100 Most Promising Companies by Forbes and a Best Workplace by Inc. magazine, Fortune magazine, and Built In. Learn more at https://convene.com/.
We’re Here For You
Health and Wellness
* Private medical insurance
* Subsidised eye care
* Subsidised fitness membership
* Employee Assistance Program: well-being support and personal advice programme
Time Off and Work-Life Balance
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and company sick pay
* Financial Support and Benefits
* Bonus scheme
* Interest-free loan for rail season tickets & further education
* Subsidised bicycle purchase through Cycle to Work scheme
Professional Development and Recognition
* Continuous professional and personal development support
* Employee recognition and reward programs to mark achievements and milestones
Community and Impact
* Opportunities to volunteer, donate, and participate in community give-back initiatives
* The opportunity to have a significant impact on your team and the business in the work that you do
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Management and Manufacturing
* Industries
Hospitality, Leasing Non-residential Real Estate, and IT Services and IT Consulting
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