Event Manager - FiveStar Catering - London

Merch Sales Staff Wanted – Day Party Event We're looking for friendly, confident merch staff to join our team at an upcoming day party event. Responsibilities: • Selling merchandise to event attendees, • Upselling products and promoting special offers, • Processing payments, • Keeping the merch stand tidy and well-stocked, • Providing great customer service Requirements: • Positive attitude and good communication skills, • Comfortable approaching and engaging with customers, • Previous sales or event experience is a bonus Must be reliable, energetic, and able to work in a fast-paced event environment. The first shift will be on Sunday, 28 June. Please only apply if you are available to work this date.

Pay: £24,000.00 - £29,000.00 per year Job description: Location: London | Head Office | Central Reservations Salary: TBC Job Type: Full-time ⸻ About Caffe Concerto Caffe Concerto is one of London’s leading premium restaurant and cafe brands, renowned for elegant dining, luxury patisserie, afternoon tea and exceptional hospitality. With multiple iconic locations across London and an expanding international presence, we are committed to creating memorable experiences for every guest, whether they are joining us for breakfast, dinner, celebrations or private events. We are looking for a passionate and customer-focused Events & Reservations Executive to join our Central Reservations team and help deliver outstanding service from the very first enquiry through to the successful delivery of each booking. ⸻ About the Role As an Events & Reservations Executive, you will be the first point of contact for guests looking to dine, celebrate or host an event at Caffè Concerto. You will manage restaurant reservations, respond to event enquiries and assist guests in selecting the most suitable venue and experience for their needs. Working closely with the Events & Reservations Manager, you will ensure that every enquiry is handled professionally, efficiently and with genuine hospitality. Your ability to build relationships, understand our venues and confidently recommend the right options will play an important role in increasing bookings and delivering an exceptional customer experience. This is far more than a reservations role. Every enquiry represents an opportunity to create a memorable experience while contributing to the continued growth of the business. ⸻ Key Responsibilities You will manage reservations and event enquiries received via telephone, email, website, social media, WhatsApp and third-party booking platforms, ensuring every enquiry is answered promptly, accurately and professionally. You will assist guests with bookings for restaurant reservations, afternoon tea, celebrations, private dining, corporate functions, birthdays and group dining experiences, providing tailored recommendations based on their requirements and the facilities available across our venues. You will prepare quotations, confirm bookings, process deposits where required and ensure all reservation details, dietary requirements, guest preferences and special requests are accurately recorded within the reservation system. Working closely with restaurant management teams, you will communicate all event details clearly, ensuring each venue has the necessary information to deliver a seamless guest experience. You will actively promote and upsell Caffè Concerto’s experiences and services, including celebration cakes, flowers, afternoon tea packages, drinks packages, exclusive dining experiences and seasonal promotions, always seeking opportunities to enhance the guest’s booking. You will follow up on outstanding enquiries, maintain regular communication with prospective clients and work proactively to convert enquiries into confirmed reservations and events. Where appropriate, you will support the Events & Reservations Manager by welcoming prospective clients and assisting with venue show-rounds, helping guests explore our restaurants and identify the most suitable location for their event or celebration. You will maintain accurate records across all reservation systems, ensuring guest profiles, payments, notes and event details remain up to date while adhering to company procedures. As part of the Central Reservations team, you will work collaboratively with the Marketing, Operations and Restaurant teams to ensure promotions, campaigns and special events are communicated accurately to guests and successfully delivered across all venues. ⸻ What We’re Looking For We’re looking for someone who enjoys working with people and takes pride in delivering outstanding customer service. You will be an excellent communicator with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple enquiries while maintaining a calm and professional approach. Previous experience within hospitality, reservations, guest relations, events or customer service is preferred. Experience using reservation systems such as SevenRooms, OpenTable, TheFork, DesignMyNight or similar platforms would be advantageous, although full training will be provided for the right candidate. You should be confident using Microsoft Office and comfortable learning new systems, with excellent written and spoken English and a genuine passion for hospitality. ⸻ The Ideal Candidate We’re looking for someone who is warm, professional and naturally enjoys creating great experiences for guests. You are organised, proactive and detail-oriented, with the confidence to build relationships and the commercial awareness to recognise opportunities to convert enquiries into bookings. You understand that every interaction reflects the Caffè Concerto brand and that exceptional service begins long before a guest arrives at one of our restaurants. ⸻ Why Join Caffè Concerto? Joining Caffè Concerto means becoming part of one of London’s most recognised hospitality brands, where every day brings new opportunities to create memorable experiences for our guests. You will work alongside a passionate team in a fast-paced and supportive environment, with opportunities to develop your career within reservations, events, hospitality sales and commercial operations while contributing to the continued growth of a premium restaurant group. Work Location: In person

Events Assistant Kings Cross St Pancras We are looking to recruit an energetic Events Assistant for our beautiful meeting and events space at Derbyshire House, in Kings Cross St Pancras. Derbyshire house is very well known in the industry to be one the most versatile location for all types of events, corporate and private alike. The venue is made of 11 modern meeting rooms and a rooftop terrace, hosting a wide range of events; from large corporate meetings to the wedding reception and much more. The ideal Events Assistant will come from an operational role either within Hotels, Conference/Events operations, or within a corporate establishment. Although this is predominantly a Monday to Friday role, the candidate needs to be however flexible and happy to work during the weekend, whenever required. The Events Assistant will be able to deliver exceptional customer service and will be experienced in running corporate functions. The ideal Assistant will: • Ensure that the meeting spaces are set in accordance with the information supplied on function sheets., • Maintain a clear channel of communication with Kitchen and all other departments liaising and coordinating the functions alongside the Events Manager., • Set/reset the meeting rooms when required. Ensure that they are left in a presentable condition at all times., • Provide the highest level of service to our guests., • Connect and build rapport with guests at every possible opportunity. Going the extra mile for return clients., • Ensure cleanliness is up to standards at all times., • Open and close meeting spaces as per procedures when needed., • Ensure the highest level of food safety by following the health and safety procedures in place., • Make sure food is transported in a safe manner, avoiding cross-contamination., • To contribute to the team with a positive and optimistic attitude and problem-solving mindset., • Maintain appropriate standards of personal conduct, dress, hygiene, uniforms, appearance, and posture. To be considered the candidate must: • Be able to work under pressure with others calmly, courteously, and methodically., • Have an excellent command of English, both verbally and written., • Experienced in Laying up., • Be super well organised and very efficient., • Be experienced in a similar position., • Be passionate about the events industry. We are looking for an individual willing to invest in a long-term commitment and keen to grow and learn. If this is you, don’t wait any longer, send your cv to us today.

Imagine being at the heart of creating memorable events. From corporate meetings to social celebrations, you’ll be the first point of contact for enquiries, helping to turn leads into confirmed bookings and coordinating every detail for a seamless experience. Each day is a chance to connect with clients, and grow your skills in business development, client management, and event coordination. As Sales & Events Executive, you’ll play a key role in driving the hotel’s events success and ensuring every event is exceptional. What You Will Do In This Splendid Role You’ll bring energy, enthusiasm, and a client-focused mindset to every enquiry. Here’s what you’ll be up to: • Handling incoming corporate and social enquiries, convert leads into confirmed bookings, and ensure every client feels valued., • Conducting site visits, meeting with clients, and showcasing the facilities, helping them envision and plan their perfect event, • Contribute to the function’s targets, assist with promotional activity, and provide insights to maximize business opportunities, • Manage contracts, proposals, and event details What Makes you Splendid? We live by our values, and we’d love you to bring them to life every day: • Nimble - We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, agile environment and isn’t afraid to take initiative., • Honest - You’ll be part of a team that believes in doing the right thing., • Brilliant - You bring energy, creativity, and a commitment to excellence—and you enjoy the process as much as the results., • Open - If you believe that great work starts with great relationships, you’ll feel right at home here. Bring your enthusiasm, professionalism, and flair for events, and we’ll give you the platform and support to make your mark. Benefits When you join Splendid, you will enjoy a reward package to support your lifestyle, wellbeing and career. Here are just some of the benefits on offer: • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - confidential wellbeing support whenever you need it with 24/7 access to remote GP appointments., • Hotel Room Discounts - stay with us or our partner hotels at special team rates including discounted rates for friends and family., • Food & Beverage Discounts - enjoy meals and drinks at reduced prices across our hotels., • Life Assurance - peace of mind for you and your loved ones., • Salary Sacrifice - Car Scheme: our team members can enjoy the ultimate benefit of driving a brand new, full insured and maintained car for a fixed monthly amount taken from their salary., • Stream - access your earned wages up to 50% whenever you need them giving you financial flexibility and Highstreet discounts available., • Pension - auto enrolment into the company pension scheme., • Learning & Development - opportunities available to progress your skills and career. About Hilton - London Bankside Located in Bankside, London’s cultural quarter, Hilton Bankside is a multi-award winning, next generation, design-led hotel. In 2024 it earned the prestigious Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) certification and is one of only two hotels to achieve this milestone in the UK for its dedication to environmental sustainability. The hotel also boasts a Vegan Suite approved by the Vegan Society. Splendid opened the hotel in 2015. It has 292 modern guest rooms, including 25 bespoke Suites and 2 bedrooms with in-room Peloton fitness experience, as well as an Executive Lounge, 11 flexible meeting rooms and leisure facilities including a fitness studio and indoor swimming pool. It is also the home to a 168-cover restaurant OXBO Bankside and specialist Gin Bar, The Distillery. The hotel boasts a state-of-the-art event space, including 11 flexible meeting suites. The stunning pillar free ballroom can accommodate up to 1,000 guests ideal for gala dinners, product launches, award ceremonies and conferences. Hilton Bankside’s dedication to providing innovative experiences for guests, combined with its commitment to sustainability, the local community and an exceptional team see guests and clients returning time and again

Imagine being at the centre of creating seamless and memorable events. From corporate meetings to special projects, you’ll be the first point of contact on the Meetings & Events floor, ensuring every detail runs smoothly and every guest feels supported. Each day is a chance to grow your skills, collaborate across teams, and contribute to the success of the hotel’s events. As Event Coordinator, you’ll help bring every event to life. What You Will Do In This Splendid Role You’ll bring energy, organisation, and a client-focused mindset to every enquiry and event. Here’s what you’ll be up to: • Coordinate and support events, ensuring every client request is met and every detail is managed efficiently, • Prepare and maintain event documentation, systems, and schedules to support smooth operations, • Liaise with clients, colleagues, and suppliers to ensure a seamless and memorable experience., • Support the Sales & Events Executive and wider team with administrative and commercial tasks, • Help maintain resources, track inventory, and ensure all event-related processes are accurate and up to date. What Makes You Splendid? We live by our values, and we’d love you to bring them to life every day: • Nimble - We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, agile environment and isn’t afraid to take initiative., • Honest - You’ll be part of a team that believes in doing the right thing., • Brilliant - You bring energy, creativity, and a commitment to excellence., • Open - You’re someone who brings warmth to your work and helps create a welcoming environment for others. Bring your organisation, energy, and enthusiasm, and we’ll give you the platform to make every event a success and help the hotel shine. Benefits When you join Splendid, you will enjoy a reward package to support your lifestyle, wellbeing and career. Here are just some of the benefits on offer: • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - confidential wellbeing support whenever you need it with 24/7 access to remote GP appointments., • Hotel Room Discounts - stay with us or our partner hotels at special team rates including discounted rates for friends and family., • Food & Beverage Discounts - enjoy meals and drinks at reduced prices across our hotels., • Life Assurance - peace of mind for you and your loved ones., • Salary Sacrifice - Car Scheme: our team members can enjoy the ultimate benefit of driving a brand new, full insured and maintained car for a fixed monthly amount taken from their salary., • Stream - access your earned wages up to 50% whenever you need them giving you financial flexibility and Highstreet discounts available., • Pension - auto enrolment into the company pension scheme., • Learning & Development - opportunities available to progress your skills and career. About Hilton - London Bankside Located in Bankside, London’s cultural quarter, Hilton Bankside is a multi-award winning, next generation, design-led hotel. In 2024 it earned the prestigious Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) certification and is one of only two hotels to achieve this milestone in the UK for its dedication to environmental sustainability. The hotel also boasts a Vegan Suite approved by the Vegan Society. Splendid opened the hotel in 2015. It has 292 modern guest rooms, including 25 bespoke Suites and 2 bedrooms with in-room Peloton fitness experience, as well as an Executive Lounge, 11 flexible meeting rooms and leisure facilities including a fitness studio and indoor swimming pool. It is also the home to a 168-cover restaurant OXBO Bankside and specialist Gin Bar, The Distillery. The hotel boasts a state-of-the-art event space, including 11 flexible meeting suites. The stunning pillar free ballroom can accommodate up to 1,000 guests ideal for gala dinners, product launches, award ceremonies and conferences. Hilton Bankside’s dedication to providing innovative experiences for guests, combined with its commitment to sustainability, the local community and an exceptional team see guests and clients returning time and again

Imagine being the person who helps bring every event to life. From setting up meeting rooms and conference spaces to ensuring everything is perfectly prepared behind the scenes, you'll play a vital role in creating seamless and memorable experiences for our guests. As a Conference & Events Porter, you'll support the delivery of a wide range of events, from intimate meetings and training sessions to large conferences, banquets and celebrations. You'll bring energy, professionalism and attention to detail to every task, ensuring event spaces are set up accurately, equipment is in place and guests receive exceptional service throughout their experience. No two events are alike, so you'll need to be adaptable, organised and ready to respond to changing priorities. Your ability to work independently, communicate effectively and collaborate with colleagues across the hotel will help ensure every event runs smoothly and exceeds expectations. In return, you'll be part of a supportive team that takes pride in delivering outstanding hospitality and creating memorable moments for every guest. What You Will Do In This Splendid Role You will be part of the event operations team delivering memorable events and service across all our events areas. Here’s what you will be expected to do: • Think on your feet to meet clients’ needs, anticipate and respond to guest needs promptly, maintaining a positive, can-do attitude., • Have great communication skills: you’ll be greeting organisers, ensuring guests’ needs are met and working with others to achieve the department’s KPIs., • Complete opening and closing duties, including restocking, maintaining cleanliness, while maintaining as a polished and professional appearance., • Communicate effectively with organisers, colleagues, and supervisors to ensure smooth event operations., • Deliver exceptional, professional service throughout each event, ensuring guest satisfaction at every stage. What makes you Splendid? We live by our values, and we’d love you to bring them to life every day: • Open - You’re someone who brings warmth to your work and helps create a welcoming environment for others., • Nimble - You’re someone who thrives in a fast-paced, agile environment and isn’t afraid to take initiative., • Brilliant - You bring energy, creativity, and a commitment to excellence—and you enjoy the process as much as the results., • Honest - You’ll be part of a team that believes in doing the right thing. We’re a family where everyone’s welcome and welcoming. We believe in creating a space where people feel seen, heard, and valued. Our Splendid Benefits: When you join Splendid, you will enjoy a reward package to support your lifestyle, wellbeing and career. Here are just some of the benefits on offer: • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - confidential wellbeing support whenever you need it with 24/7 access to remote GP appointments., • Hotel Room Discounts - stay with us or our partner hotels at special team rates including discounted rates for friends and family., • Food & Beverage Discounts - enjoy meals and drinks at reduced prices across our hotels., • Life Assurance - peace of mind for you and your loved ones., • Salary Sacrifice - Car Scheme: our team members can enjoy the ultimate benefit of driving a brand new, full insured and maintained car for a fixed monthly amount taken from their salary., • Stream - access your earned wages up to 50% whenever you need them giving you financial flexibility and Highstreet discounts available., • Pension - auto enrolment into the company pension scheme., • Learning & Development - opportunities available to progress your skills and career. About Hilton - London Bankside Located in Bankside, London’s cultural quarter, Hilton Bankside is a multi-award winning, next generation, design-led hotel. In 2024 it earned the prestigious Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) certification and is one of only two hotels to achieve this milestone in the UK for its dedication to environmental sustainability. The hotel also boasts a Vegan Suite approved by the Vegan Society. Splendid opened the hotel in 2015. It has 292 modern guest rooms, including 25 bespoke Suites and 2 bedrooms with in-room Peloton fitness experience, as well as an Executive Lounge, 11 flexible meeting rooms and leisure facilities including a fitness studio and indoor swimming pool. It is also the home to a 168-cover restaurant OXBO Bankside and specialist Gin Bar, The Distillery. The hotel boasts a state-of-the-art event space, including 11 flexible meeting suites. The stunning pillar free ballroom can accommodate up to 1,000 guests ideal for gala dinners, product launches, award ceremonies and conferences. Hilton Bankside’s dedication to providing innovative experiences for guests, combined with its commitment to sustainability, the local community and an exceptional team see guests and clients returning time and again

The Senior Receptionist / Events Coordinator supports the smooth operation of reception, large bookings, and events by acting as a central coordination point between guests, clients. The role is responsible for managing complex reservations, group bookings, and events administration, while assisting both the Events Manager and Reception Manager in planning, communication, and service delivery.A key function of the role is the preparation and management of accurate function sheets and booking summaries to ensure all departments are fully briefed and aligned.

Job Type: Flexible / Part-Time / Weekend / Event-Based Pay: Competitive hourly rates + tips + bonuses depending on role and experience About Us: We are a growing events and hospitality team providing professional staff for private events, VIP experiences, corporate functions, festivals, weddings, nightlife venues, and large-scale entertainment events. We are currently expanding our team and looking for energetic, reliable, and professional individuals for multiple event roles. ⸻ Roles Available We are hiring: Waiting Staff Bar Staff Cocktail Bartenders Food Runners VIP Hosts / Hostesses Event Assistants Event Supervisors ⸻ Responsibilities Depending on the role, duties may include: Serving food and drinks professionally Preparing cocktails and bar service Assisting VIP guests and table service Supporting event setup and breakdown Delivering excellent customer service Maintaining cleanliness and presentation standards Assisting event managers and supervisors Working efficiently in fast-paced environments Creating a positive and welcoming atmosphere for guests ⸻ What We’re Looking For Positive attitude and strong work ethic Excellent communication and people skills Punctual and reliable Ability to work evenings and weekends Well-presented and professional appearance Team players who can work under pressure Previous hospitality or events experience preferred but not essential for some roles Additional Requirements Cocktail experience preferred for bartender roles Supervisory experience preferred for supervisor positions Ability to travel to event locations is a bonus ⸻ What We Offer Flexible shifts Competitive pay Opportunities for progression Exciting events and venues Friendly team environment Training opportunities for the right candidates Potential ongoing work throughout the year ⸻ Schedule Day shifts Evening shifts Weekend availability Holiday/event peak periods ⸻ If you’re passionate about hospitality, events, and creating unforgettable guest experiences, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a short introduction about your experience and preferred role(s).