Event manager - Science Museum

We are looking for an experienced Events Manager to join the Benugo team at the Science Museum. The successful candidate will manage a range of events, from the initial enquiry/planning stage through to the successful execution of the event on the day and follow up. The ideal candidate must have previous experience in a similar operational environment at a minimum supervisor level.

Salary from: £36,000 per annum

Contract: Full Time/ Permanent 45 hours / includes early morning and evenings

About the Events Manager role:

• To plan, organize and deliver a successful operation of the events and other areas within the events department.
• To liaise with other key personnel, including events and sales department to deliver service that meets and exceeds clients’ expectations.
• Respond to email requests for events.
• Liaise with events bookers to take all event requirements.
• Updating charges post event to ensure bill is accurate.
• Weekly event briefings with the wider team - Senior event manager, team leader and kitchen team.
• Ensure event areas are kept clean, tidy and presentable at all times.
• Conduct client show rounds of event spaces.
• To brief the events team on all aspects of the business and to oversee the running of all events, working lunches and dining.
• To meet clients on arrival making sure that the event is as they require and ensuring that any on-the-day changes are passed on to the relevant people where necessary.
• To train or provide training to the staff to ensure they operate in accordance with Benugo standards.
• To liaise with key people in all necessary areas (kitchen, events, reception, etc.) of the business to ensure the provision of food and service is consistent and in line with menu/standards pre-agreed.
• To monitor that all staff present themselves correctly dressed for duty and are well groomed whilst on duty.
• Deputise for the Senior event manager in his/her absence.
• Ensuring high levels of Food and Health & Safety are always maintained.

About the ideal candidate:

• Previous experience in a similar role is required.
• Excellent communicator with the ability to motivate and inspire.
• PC literate and proficient in Outlook, Word & Excel.
• Strong team player.
• Enthusiastic about working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Passion for food and wine is a plus!

Additional Information:

Benugo has built a culture of inclusivity & progression for all employees. Not only have we retained our family-feel culture, but we also offer a range of benefits including:

• Free lunch on shift
• Endless tea and coffee on shift
• 50% discount on food and soft drinks in all our locations, plus free tea & coffee on your days off too!
• Competitive rate
• Life Assurance
• Opportunity to develop and further your career within a fast-growing and exciting company with a very prestigious list of clients
• Employee discounts at several retailers (via Hapi app) & fitness providers
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme & our trained Mental Health First Aiders

If this sounds like the role for you, apply now!