Events Manager

Company Description

Title: Event ManagerLocation: St Paul''s, LondonSalary: £42kBenefits:28 Days holiday including bank holidaysPlus your birthday off3 volunteering days3 days grandparent leave24 weeks enhanced maternity leaveSecondary carer leaveWedding/commitment day leaveFree meals on shiftBespoke training and development opportunitiesApprenticeships opportunities for all experience levelsPension and life insuranceDiscounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays and cinemaWellbeing hubAccess to employee assistance programmeCycle to work schemeDo you have a passion for leading the way in providing genuine hospitality and impeccable service? Can you motivate a team? Are you friendly, professional and efficient? Yes? Then this is the role for you. At BaxterStorey, we believe that every interaction is an opportunity to create a lasting impression, that’s why we’re looking for an

Event Manager

who motivates their team to exceed expectations at every turn. As a trailblazer in the hospitality industry, we are excited to open our doors to individuals who share our passion for delivering exceptional experiences and creating unforgettable moments.We believe that it is our people that set us apart, that’s why as a member of our team, you will be supported in an inclusive environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. We will invest in your development with ongoing training, to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role, and we guarantee a good work-life balance, because we believe that people excel when they are given the space to take care of themselves.If you are an

Event Manager

who thrives on delivering extraordinary experiences, and loves to inspire a harmonious and collaborative team, we would love to hear from you!

Job Description

As an Event Manager for us you will be responsible for the overall co-ordination and profitability of an event. Managing and coordinating the team during the event and working closely with the sales team and client to deliver the event seamlessly.The Events Manager will be working as part of an exciting events operations team to deliver the food and beverage, event operations at a large selection of events spaces, Will also lead the front of house operation on assigned events, providing a comprehensive briefing to all team members involved in the delivery of the event.We operate Monday to Friday and host both internal and external events, including unique ceremonies and delegations from around the world. This contract is where tradition meets creativity and modern solutions. Across seven floors of internal meeting rooms, we accommodate everything from small TandC bookings to fine dining dinners, canapes and drinks receptions, afternoon teas, working breakfasts and lunches, buffets for up to 200 guests, or even dedicating an entire floor to summits with hundreds of attendees throughout the day.1st floor-

external events space with VIP room, theatre and open space

6th floor:

Event space with a stunning view of St Paul’s and a terrace (note: no BBQs permitted).

7th floor:

Dedicated to CEO and board meetings, as well as exclusive events

Qualifications

Previous experience commensurate with roleHave a contagious passion for food and customer serviceYou draw satisfaction from managing, training, and supporting a teamFinancially astute, you are very analytical and know how to create and maintain budgets and drive commercial performanceExcellent delegation and influencing skillsAbility to prioritise multiple projects in a fast-paced, multi-faceted, creative environment and able to work well under pressureMeticulous organisational abilities; high attention to detailConcise and effective verbal and written communicationAbility to adapt to challenges and opportunities with a solution-oriented perspectiveExcellent strategic thinking and critical reasoning skillsWorks according to the BaxterStorey core values

Additional Information

For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location (whether that’s an office, stadium, cathedral or university), we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer can have the hospitality experience they deserve.We need the brightest and the best to join us to make this all possible. We will support you to create your hospitality legacy and build a career that you are proud of.Our drive and belief in our people, means that we always strive to supercharge our team’s careers. ‘Better’ is a daily habit that sits deep within our DNA, meaning learning will be front and centre of your experience working with us.Join us, and be part of the food revolution!BaxterStorey Values:ALWAYS VISIONARYWe strive for better, we never settle, never compromise, never follow. We lead the way, blazing our own trail.WHOLEHEARTEDLY POSITIVEWe are up-beat, motivating and inspiring. Our love for what we do radiates through our food, and is amplified by our people.CREATIVELY COLLABORATIVEWe embrace our differences to push creativity and we work together to be better.FOREVER CONSCIOUSWe work together as a team to lead by example, protecting the planet and supporting local communities.Interested? Even if you don’t meet all requirements, we’d like to hear from you. If you are motivated and hungry to learn, we can work together to develop your potential.We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We celebrate individuality and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, races, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds.BaxterStorey is committed to encouraging equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDandI) among our workforce and aim for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To support our commitment to this we have set ourselves an ambition to ‘set the standard and to be recognised for having the most inclusive culture in hospitality’.Join us and bring your unique perspective to our ..... full job details .....