What You'll Be Doing
The House of Commons is looking for an ambitious and forward-thinking Head of Catering and Events to lead and shape the future of its catering, hospitality and events services across the Parliamentary Estate. From bustling cafés and restaurants to prestigious events and hospitality experiences, this is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact in one of the UK's most iconic and historic settings. You will play a key role in driving innovation, enhancing customer experiences and delivering exceptional service, while combining commercial expertise with strategic leadership. Working alongside talented teams and senior stakeholders, you will help create high-quality, financially sustainable services that support the daily operations and evolving needs of Parliament.
This role is offered on a hybrid working basis, with an expectation of you spending 40% of your time in the office.
Find out more about working at the House of Commons.
Why Join us?
In addition to your salary, we offer an attractive range of benefits including but not limited to:
- Generous annual leave starting at 30 days and increasing to 35 after one full working year.
- Enrolment in the excellent Civil Service pension scheme with an average employer contribution of 28.97%
- Flexible working options that help you find a balance including enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental and adoption leave, caring leave and alternative working patterns.
What We're Looking For
- Qualifications and professional experience: A degree in Hospitality Management, Business Management or a related field, or equivalent professional experience, alongside Level 3 or higher Food Safety certification, a relevant Health & Safety qualification and a Personal Licence (or the ability to obtain one).
- Leadership and strategic management: Significant experience leading large-scale, multi-site operations within complex organisations, with the ability to set strategic direction, develop high-performing teams and deliver services that meet organisational priorities.
- Commercial and financial expertise: Strong experience managing budgets, resources and commercial performance, with the ability to make informed decisions, improve efficiency and deliver value for money.
- Stakeholder engagement and collaboration: Excellent communication, influencing and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to engage senior stakeholders, navigate sensitive issues and encourage collaboration across teams.
Additional Information
Please ensure that you anonymise your application by removing any identifiable factors from your CV or Supporting Statement.
Please note that most job offers will be made at the minimum of the salary range, other than in exceptional circumstances.
We may close the vacancy prior to the closing date stated due to a high volume of applications.
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Head of Catering and Events in City of London employer: HOUSE OF COMMONS
Joining the Parliamentary Commercial Department as a Contract Management Capability Lead offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the heart of UK democracy while enjoying a supportive and inclusive work culture. With generous annual leave starting at 30 days, a robust Civil Service pension scheme, and flexible working options, employees are empowered to achieve a healthy work-life balance. The role also provides significant opportunities for professional growth through training programmes and stakeholder engagement, making it an excellent choice for those looking to make a meaningful impact in contract management.
