Event Manager - QEII
Posted 5 days ago
- London, Greater London
- Any
- External
- Expires In 3 months
Event Manager at QEII Centre
We are QEII Taste, by Levy UK + Ireland, the QEII Centre's award-winning caterers. We are renowned for creating and delivering exceptional guest dining experiences. Based on the core principles of quality, innovation and service, QEII Taste aims to exceed client expectation.
From graduation and awards ceremonies to international conventions, our menus are sure to enhance the event experience. From our prime location in the heart of Westminster, we have hosted over 13,000 events since it was opened by Her Majesty the Queen on the 24th June 1986.
Overall Purpose of the Role:
Support the catering operation to improve the customer food service experience, delivering excellent customer care and ensuring the highest level of cleanliness throughout all work areas.
More about the role:
Be aware/present of all the forthcoming events
Ensure sufficient equipment and stocks are available for each function
Build relationships and recognise regular clients and QEII conference centre staff
Ensure effective set-up and clearance of conference rooms
Ensure all staff are well briefed prior to each event
Ensure all equipment is safe and functioning
Pro-actively undertake personal development
Responsible for all Front of House staff in the absence of a senior team member
Refer non-standard issues to Head of Events
Responsible for all decisions that affect the success of a client event or visits
Medicash - Healthcare benefits, including dental, optical and therapy treatments (includes up to 4 dependent children)
Aviva Digicare - Free annual healthcare check
Exclusive Benefits + Wellbeing site (Perks at Work)
Entertainment discounts - up to 55% off cinema tickets
Health and Wellbeing discounts - Discounts for Nuffield Health (20%) and Pure Gym (10%)
Travel discounts - Discounts with holiday companies such as TUI and Expedia
Shopping discounts - Save up to 15% at high street and online stores by purchasing Shopping Cards
Meals on duty
Vodafhone discounts
Pension scheme and Life Assurance
Employee Assistance Programme
23 days + BH's and an additional day off for your birthday
2 days additional leave, following return from Maternity leave during the first year back
Competitive and supportive family benefits
Day off for baby's 1st birthday
Holiday purchase scheme
On-going training & development and career pathways
Professional subscriptions paid
Financial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance products
Who you are:
Proven experience in conference and event management role
Exceptional leadership and communication skills
Strong attention to detail and organisational abilities
A passion for delivering outstanding guest experiences
Knowledge of industry trends
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Who we are:
Levy UK + Ireland is the vibrant and exciting sector of Compass Group, the world's largest catering company. We work at some of the greatest venues in the world, delivering legendary experiences in food, drink, and hospitality.
In the UK, we are proud to have a wealth of long-standing partnerships with venues across sports, entertainment, and events. Our partnerships include venues such as Wimbledon, Twickenham, Edgbaston, Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea, Principality Stadium, Scottish Event Campus (SEC) and ExCel London.
We are culinary champions - it's what we do and it's what we are passionate about. At the core of our work is the belief that sustainably sourced great food and drink, coupled with exceptional service is key to creating legendary experiences.
Focussed on 'doing the right thing' for our people and the planet, sustainability, wellbeing, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of what we do.
We have a commitment to being Net Zero by 2027, are official partners of the British Paralympic Association, and are proud to pay all our team members at least the Real Living Wage or London Living Wage.
At Levy UK + Ireland, we take pride in fostering a workplace culture that celebrates diversity and promotes inclusion. We believe that our differences are our greatest strengths, and we are committed to creating an environment where every individual is valued, respected, and empowered.
Join us in our journey towards a more diverse and inclusive world, where every person has the chance to thrive and contribute their unique talents. Together, we can achieve greatness.
TPBN1_UKTJ
We are QEII Taste, by Levy UK + Ireland, the QEII Centre's award-winning caterers. We are renowned for creating and delivering exceptional guest dining experiences. Based on the core principles of quality, innovation and service, QEII Taste aims to exceed client expectation.
From graduation and awards ceremonies to international conventions, our menus are sure to enhance the event experience. From our prime location in the heart of Westminster, we have hosted over 13,000 events since it was opened by Her Majesty the Queen on the 24th June 1986.
Overall Purpose of the Role:
Support the catering operation to improve the customer food service experience, delivering excellent customer care and ensuring the highest level of cleanliness throughout all work areas.
More about the role:
Be aware/present of all the forthcoming events
Ensure sufficient equipment and stocks are available for each function
Build relationships and recognise regular clients and QEII conference centre staff
Ensure effective set-up and clearance of conference rooms
Ensure all staff are well briefed prior to each event
Ensure all equipment is safe and functioning
Pro-actively undertake personal development
Responsible for all Front of House staff in the absence of a senior team member
Refer non-standard issues to Head of Events
Responsible for all decisions that affect the success of a client event or visits
Medicash - Healthcare benefits, including dental, optical and therapy treatments (includes up to 4 dependent children)
Aviva Digicare - Free annual healthcare check
Exclusive Benefits + Wellbeing site (Perks at Work)
Entertainment discounts - up to 55% off cinema tickets
Health and Wellbeing discounts - Discounts for Nuffield Health (20%) and Pure Gym (10%)
Travel discounts - Discounts with holiday companies such as TUI and Expedia
Shopping discounts - Save up to 15% at high street and online stores by purchasing Shopping Cards
Meals on duty
Vodafhone discounts
Pension scheme and Life Assurance
Employee Assistance Programme
23 days + BH's and an additional day off for your birthday
2 days additional leave, following return from Maternity leave during the first year back
Competitive and supportive family benefits
Day off for baby's 1st birthday
Holiday purchase scheme
On-going training & development and career pathways
Professional subscriptions paid
Financial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance products
Who you are:
Proven experience in conference and event management role
Exceptional leadership and communication skills
Strong attention to detail and organisational abilities
A passion for delivering outstanding guest experiences
Knowledge of industry trends
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Who we are:
Levy UK + Ireland is the vibrant and exciting sector of Compass Group, the world's largest catering company. We work at some of the greatest venues in the world, delivering legendary experiences in food, drink, and hospitality.
In the UK, we are proud to have a wealth of long-standing partnerships with venues across sports, entertainment, and events. Our partnerships include venues such as Wimbledon, Twickenham, Edgbaston, Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea, Principality Stadium, Scottish Event Campus (SEC) and ExCel London.
We are culinary champions - it's what we do and it's what we are passionate about. At the core of our work is the belief that sustainably sourced great food and drink, coupled with exceptional service is key to creating legendary experiences.
Focussed on 'doing the right thing' for our people and the planet, sustainability, wellbeing, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of what we do.
We have a commitment to being Net Zero by 2027, are official partners of the British Paralympic Association, and are proud to pay all our team members at least the Real Living Wage or London Living Wage.
At Levy UK + Ireland, we take pride in fostering a workplace culture that celebrates diversity and promotes inclusion. We believe that our differences are our greatest strengths, and we are committed to creating an environment where every individual is valued, respected, and empowered.
Join us in our journey towards a more diverse and inclusive world, where every person has the chance to thrive and contribute their unique talents. Together, we can achieve greatness.
TPBN1_UKTJ