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  • Event Manager/Manageress
    Event Manager/Manageress
    1 month ago
    £15–£26 hourly
    Part-time
    Sutton

    Job Title: Front of House Event Manager (Part-Time / Ad Hoc) Location: London, UK Contract Type: Part-Time / Ad Hoc Basis Salary: Competitive hourly rate (DOE) About the Role We are seeking an experienced Front of House Event Manager to join our dynamic events team on a part-time, ad hoc basis. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of delivering exceptional service within banqueting and conference environments, with the confidence to lead a team and ensure seamless event execution. Key Responsibilities • Lead and manage a front of house team of six or more staff during events, ensuring smooth operation and excellent guest service., • Oversee the setup, delivery, and breakdown of banqueting, conference, and corporate events., • Liaise with clients, kitchen teams, and event coordinators to ensure all event details are delivered to the highest standard., • Conduct pre-event briefings and delegate tasks effectively to team members., • Maintain high standards of presentation, hygiene, and professionalism at all times., • Troubleshoot and resolve any issues promptly to ensure a flawless guest experience., • Ensure compliance with health and safety and food hygiene regulations. Requirements • Minimum two years’ experience in a similar Front of House or Event Management role., • Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience supervising six or more staff., • Demonstrable experience in banqueting, conferences, and corporate events., • Excellent communication and organisational skills., • Professional, calm under pressure, and guest-focused., • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and irregular hours on an ad hoc basis., • Right to work in the UK. Desirable • Experience in high-end venues, hotels, or corporate hospitality., • Personal licence or first aid certification (advantageous but not essential). How to Apply Please send your CV and a short cover note detailing your relevant experience and availability

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  • Events Supervisor
    Events Supervisor
    4 days ago
    £27000–£30000 yearly
    Full-time
    Hayes, Bromley

    As our Events Supervisor, you will: • Oversee the planning, organization, and execution of all events, ensuring they run smoothly and meet the objectives set by clients or management, • Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, • Lead the event setup and takedown processes, ensuring the venue is prepared before the event starts and returned to its original state afterward, • Handle customer service inquiries and resolve any issues that arise before, during, or after the event to maintain high levels of satisfaction, • Conduct post-event evaluations, gathering feedback from participants and analysing data to assess outcomes and identify areas for improvement in future events, • Opening and closing procedures, including security and cleaning., • Liaise, as applicable, with outside contractors as well as with internal suppliers, • Leading and coordinating event staff in an efficient way. Clear communication, efficient task delegation, and prompt issue resolution, • Managing cash handling and cash reconciliation, • Work with Marketing, Sales and Accounts team members, • Contribute to training and development of the team, • Responsible for all the equipment’s provided to you and the team, • Assist the line Manager in quality control of all supplies, including food, drinks/beverages, hygiene and health and safety, • Adhere to all organisation policies and procedures, • Key holder for the building and lock/unlock the building as required, • Might be asked to carry out other duties to the best of your abilities and to follow other reasonable tasks given to you and comply with the organisation’s rules, procedures and policies

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  • Sales Coordinator - Bookings & Event Sales at GO Action Forest
    Sales Coordinator - Bookings & Event Sales at GO Action Forest
    1 month ago
    £24400–£26000 yearly
    Full-time
    Whyteleafe

    Join the Adventure: Full-Time Events Sales & Management Role at GO Action Forest Are you a confident communicator with a passion for people, sales, and outdoor experiences? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, fun, and supportive environment? Then we want to hear from you! GO Action Forest is South London & Surrey’s ultimate outdoor action venue, proudly home to GO Paintball London and GO Laser Tag London. Set across an epic 50-acre purpose-built forest in Whyteleafe, we run the UK’s leading Paintball and Forest Laser Tag events, led by the former UK #1 Paintball Player. We’re now looking for an enthusiastic, sales-driven team player to join our growing Events management team as an Events Organiser - helping customers organise unforgettable experiences and making the magic happen out in the forest. The Role: Sales & Events Organiser This full-time role splits your time between our friendly Warlingham office and our stunning Forest venue in Whyteleafe. You’ll play a vital role in the customer journey - from first enquiry to final mission. Your Responsibilities Include: • Speaking to warm leads – friendly phone calls, WhatsApp messages, and emails to help customers plan epic birthdays, stag dos, or group adventures, • Using your sales skills to convert enquiries into bookings and upsell fun event upgrades, • Supporting event days from the hub of the forest as an Events Manager - including sign-ins, check-ins, face-to-face sales, team briefings, and group management, • Building strong rapport with customers, guiding them from “we’re thinking of booking…” to “that was the best day ever!” You’ll receive full training across all aspects of the role, with opportunities to grow in sales, logistics, customer service, event support, marketing, partnerships and team leadership. Who We're Looking For: No prior experience? No problem - full training is provided. However, the following experience or traits would be a strong advantage: • Experience in sales or telesales, • A background in events or outdoor activity environments, • Confidence in outbound calling and following up warm leads, • Comfortable working towards targets and achieving results, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, • A positive, team-first attitude and willingness to get stuck in, • Leadership qualities to motivate both customers and teammates, • Comfortable using CRM systems, WhatsApp, and digital communication tools Location & Hours: • Full-time, based between our Warlingham office and Whyteleafe forest venue, • Salary: £24,400 - £26,000 OTE, depending on experience and performance What We Offer: • A fun, supportive and motivated team of 50+ outdoor event staff, • 1-on-1 training and ongoing e-learning support, • Real variety - working both in the office and at our forest One of the most unique and exciting things about our culture at GO Action Forest is that every team member plays a key role in shaping our future. Your input will be valued across the board - whether it’s improving existing processes, pitching fresh ideas, helping develop future activities and projects, or even contributing to decisions around new business ventures and acquisitions. We believe the best ideas come from within the team, and we’re always evolving together. How to Apply: Please send your CV along with a Cover Letter (without using AI), to explain: • Why you’re a great fit for this role, • How you’d bring energy, drive and customer care to our team If your application is successful, we’ll reach out via WhatsApp to arrange the next steps. Please ensure your mobile number (linked to WhatsApp) is included and correct on your CV. We can’t wait to meet our next team legend. Join us and help make amazing adventures happen! Kind regards, The GO Action Forest Team Whyteleafe, Surrey | Warlingham, South London

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