Job description
Senior Event Operations Manager
High-End Event Caterer
London
£50,000 + Overtime + OTE
Predominantly Monday–Friday with flexibility for evenings and weekends
The Opportunity
Our client, one of London’s leading high-end event caterers, is looking to recruit a Senior Event Operations Manager.
Reporting directly to the MD, this is a key role focused on delivering high-profile events across a portfolio of prestigious London venues.
You will have real responsibility and visibility, with the opportunity to influence how events are delivered and to play a central role in maintaining exceptionally high standards.
A hands-on position that requires passion, attention to detail, and strong leadership. You will take full ownership of the end-to-end delivery of the events—from initial planning through to execution—operating at the centre of each project.
The role is multi-site, with responsibility for managing events across different London venues.
Given the nature of the role, proven experience managing events across multiple venues is essential. Applicants with experience limited to a single venue will not be considered.
Key Responsibilities
High-End Event Caterer
London
£50,000 + Overtime + OTE
Predominantly Monday–Friday with flexibility for evenings and weekends
The Opportunity
Our client, one of London’s leading high-end event caterers, is looking to recruit a Senior Event Operations Manager.
Reporting directly to the MD, this is a key role focused on delivering high-profile events across a portfolio of prestigious London venues.
You will have real responsibility and visibility, with the opportunity to influence how events are delivered and to play a central role in maintaining exceptionally high standards.
A hands-on position that requires passion, attention to detail, and strong leadership. You will take full ownership of the end-to-end delivery of the events—from initial planning through to execution—operating at the centre of each project.
The role is multi-site, with responsibility for managing events across different London venues.
Given the nature of the role, proven experience managing events across multiple venues is essential. Applicants with experience limited to a single venue will not be considered.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the full delivery of events from initial planning to on-site execution
- Oversee operations on the day, ensuring events run smoothly and on time
- Work closely with clients to understand and deliver their requirements
- Coordinate with internal departments and external suppliers
- Manage budgets and support commercial delivery with the sales team
- Attend site visits and oversee event setup and preparation
- Lead and manage teams on-site
- Strong experience delivering large-scale events in a high-end or premium environment
- Proven multi-site or multi-venue experience (essential)
- Organised, practical, and calm under pressure
- Confident managing clients and leading teams
- Good commercial awareness and budget management experience
- Hands-on approach with a strong attention to detail
