Event Manager

Job Title: Sales and Events Manager
Our client is an iconic independent restaurant that offers exquisite food within two very successful venues. The group is well-established in London and is planning to expand its portfolio in the coming years. The successful Head of Reservations and Events can expect to be part of a very stable and successful operation!
Sales and Events Manager Benefits:
Monday to Friday shift patterns.
A competitive starting package of up to £50,000 per annum + bonus + commission
Bonus related incentives payable twice per annum.
3% to 7% commission on organic sales – uncapped
Based in Victoria – easy commute from most areas in London.
Very stable team and operation.
Sales and Events Manager Responsibilities:
Strategically develop organic sales events across the two sites.
To help answering telephone enquiries.
Delegating staff Rota's.
Ensuring the team are motivated and organised.
Managing all third-party enquiries.
Management of reports for reservations and events.
Responsible for the groups Private Dining & Membership Manager.
Development of sales revenue both pro/reactive.
Sales and Event Manager Requirements:
A hands-on, natural leader with strong communication & organisational skills and the ability to coach and motivate the team.
Knowledge of Quadranet, OpenTable, Collins and/or other reservation systems is required.
An enthusiastic team player with a guest focused approach and excellent attention to detail.
A result-driven individual who can work proactively, dealing with and maximising all events/reservation enquiries.
Have a pro-active role in developing organic leads for the group.
Assist with hosting Events when required.