Operational Events Manager (Food & Beverage)
Role: Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week – 5 days out of 7
Salary: £33, + benefits.
CIM Business Centre is more than just a place to meet—it’s where events get a sprinkle of magic and everything just flows. We’re looking for an Operational Events Manager who knows how to lead a Food and Beverage team, deliver top-notch client experiences, and handle a busy and diverse venue with style.
You’ll be the friendly face and steady hand behind every event, working alongside a brilliant team to make sure conferences, training sessions, and events go off without a hitch. From managing and developing the event ops team to liaising with clients and coordinating with catering, you’ll be the glue that holds the whole show together.
In a typical day, you’ll:
1. Host events and be the go-to person for clients on site
2. Lead and motivate the F & B events operations team, giving them the tools and development they need for development and success
3. Manage the food & beverage delivery service with flair and professionalism
4. Keep an eye on costs, resources, and health & safety standards
5. Deputise for the Operations Manager when needed
6. Bring great ideas to the table to help us keep improving, creating great customer experiences and generating revenues for CIM Business Centre
For this role, you’ll need:
7. You’ll have at least two years’ experience in event operational management in a hotel or conferencing environment
8. You’ll be a natural leader with a calm head and a can-do positive attitude
9. Excellent working knowledge of Food and Beverage Management with hands-on experience
10. People person? Absolutely. You love making guests feel welcome and supported
11. You know your way around Microsoft Word & Excel, and a budget spreadsheet doesn’t scare you
12. You’ll be flexible with shifts and happy to roll your sleeves up and get stuck in in where needed
What you’ll get:
13. 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
14. Pension contribution scheme
15. Training and development opportunities
16. Life assurance scheme
17. Dedicated wellness initiatives and wellness hub that supports your wellbeing (including EAP)
18. Subscription to Perkbox – our online benefits platform including retailer, entertainment and dining out discounts
CIM Business Centre is a professional and productive environment where individuals and teams come together to further progress their careers through training, meetings and team building.
Our idyllic location and elegant surroundings of the 19th century Manor House creates the perfect setting for special celebrations and events.
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