At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the planning and delivery of high-profile events across London.
- Company: Join Rocket Food, a leader in creating extraordinary event experiences.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, healthcare perks, travel discounts, and cash rewards.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for career growth in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a creative team delivering London's most exciting events.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in senior event operations and strong compliance knowledge.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 45000 £ per year.
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 DOE + Overtime
Contract: Permanent | 45 Hours per Week
Join Rocket Food and Deliver London's Most Exceptional Events
At Rocket Food, we don't just cater events - we create extraordinary experiences. From iconic venues and luxury brand launches to spectacular dinners and unforgettable celebrations, we're renowned for delivering some of London's most exciting and high-profile events.
We're looking for an experienced and driven Senior Event Operations Manager to join our award-winning team. Working closely with our Sales, Events and Operations teams, you'll play a key role in bringing ambitious event concepts to life, ensuring flawless execution from planning through to delivery.
- Leading the operational planning and delivery of a diverse portfolio of premium events across London
- Taking ownership of both Front of House and Back of House operations to ensure every event reflects Rocket's exceptional standards
- Producing detailed event plans and communicating key operational information across multiple teams
- Managing service flow and overseeing large-scale dinners and events for up to 500+ guests
- Managing supplier relationships and equipment requirements to ensure seamless event delivery
- Ensuring all RAMS, Health & Safety and compliance documentation is completed accurately
- Building strong partnerships with key venues and clients, becoming a trusted operational contact
- Supporting the recruitment, training and development of our talented event teams
- Contributing to projects that improve efficiency, profitability and the overall guest experience
Proven experience in a senior event operations role within hospitality, catering or events
Experience delivering high-volume, premium events in fast-paced environments
Strong knowledge of Health & Safety and event compliance requirements
Why Rocket Food?
At Rocket Food, you'll be part of a creative, ambitious and supportive team that genuinely loves what it does. No two days are the same, and you'll have the opportunity to work on some of London's most exciting events while developing your career within a growing hospitality group.
If you're passionate about delivering outstanding events and want to be part of a business that's setting the standard for premium hospitality, we'd love to hear from you.
- Contributory pension scheme
- Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
- Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking
- Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
- Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
- You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.
We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!
