At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exceptional live events and manage Cadillac Trackside Hospitality catering.
- Company: Innovative culinary and customer service provider redefining customer satisfaction.
- Benefits: 25 days holiday, pension, life assurance, and employee wellbeing programme.
- Other info: Opportunities for career growth with thorough training and development.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in the exciting world of F1 hospitality.
- Qualifications: Experience in project management and client relationship building.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.
We are an innovative culinary and customer service provider, dedicated to delivering inspirational food and experiences that redefine customer satisfaction. We are seeking an experienced Project Lead to join our dynamic team, leading the delivery of exceptional live events.
The role is fully accountable for the strategic planning, financial control, and on-site delivery of Cadillac Trackside Hospitality catering across the F1 season. Acting as the senior client lead, the role ensures world-class guest experience, operational excellence, and full alignment with Cadillac and Absolute Taste brand values.
- Leadership & Client Management
- Overall project lead for Cadillac Trackside Hospitality catering, accountable for end-to-end delivery
- Primary senior contact for Cadillac stakeholders, building trusted and long-term client relationships
- Line manage a core team and lead wider team across planning and live delivery
- Act as an ambassador for Absolute Taste and the face of the Cadillac brand
- Project & Operational Delivery
- Own and manage project timelines, milestones, and planning documentation
- Ensure catering delivery consistently meets required service, quality, and brand standards
- Identify operational efficiencies across food cost of sales, supplier networks, and resourcing
- Ensure compliance with WF1 standards, H&S, quality, and company codes of conduct
- Budget & Financial Control
- Track and control all hospitality spend (F&B, labour, logistics, travel, equipment, flowers, etc.)
- Prepare budget reports and financial updates for senior management
- Monitor food costs and seasonal price pressures, adapting plans to mitigate risk
- Strategy & Brand Experience
- Uphold and evolve the hospitality identity: look & feel, food, beverage, and service style
- Support filming, content capture, and brand storytelling opportunities where required
- Collaborate with the Head Chef on innovative yet practical menu development, aligned to local availability
- Ensure exceptional hospitality for race team personnel, senior management, drivers, and guests
- Lead or support supplier management, freight, set-up, and pack-down alongside logistics
- Oversee recruitment, training, probation, and appraisals in line with WF1 standards
- Refresh kit and complete all required training during the off-season
- Commercially astute, confident managing budgets, costs, and financial performance
We are committed to supporting your career growth with thorough training and ongoing development.
25 Days holiday + Bank Holiday ~3% Pension ~ Life Assurance ~ Employee Wellbeing Program
Lead Project Data Controller (Contract) employer: Absolute Taste
As a leading culinary and customer service provider, we pride ourselves on fostering a vibrant work culture that champions innovation and excellence. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through comprehensive training programmes and development opportunities, ensuring that our team members thrive in their roles. With competitive benefits including 25 days of holiday, a pension scheme, and a focus on wellbeing, joining us means being part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering unforgettable experiences at prestigious events like the F1 season.
