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  • Sales & Events Manager
    Sales & Events Manager
    13 hours ago
    £40000–£45000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Sales Event Manager Inspired By: Head of Events Supported By: Junior Events Assistant Events Coordinator We curate beautiful spaces with vibrant atmospheres for great times. As our Sales Events Manager at Incipio, you'll bring energy and experience to the team. You'll have a proven track record managing event budgets of £50k+, overseeing venues with capacities of 500+, and working confidently with corporate clients to deliver exceptional private hires, from day delegate conferences to weddings and everything in between. You'll play a key role in driving event sales and bringing unforgettable experiences to life, managing every detail from initial enquiry to final execution. With a sharp eye for detail and a passion for people, you'll work hand in hand with our venue teams to deliver seamless, standout events that wow our guests and smash your sales targets. This is an operational and hands on role that requires flexibility in your working week, as a HQ team we don't subscribe to a 9-5 working day and work to the business needs. What You'll Be Getting Up To: Drive event sales, managing both proactive outreach and inbound enquiries to maximise bookings and build new business. Own the full event journey, from first enquiry to final execution, ensuring every detail runs smoothly. Plan and deliver private, corporate events and Weddings with confidence, creativity, and precision. Oversee and develop two direct reports, supporting their growth and ensuring team targets are met. Build strong relationships with clients, vendors, and industry partners to encourage repeat bookings and referrals. Respond quickly and professionally to enquiries, host site visits, and create bespoke proposals and contracts. Champion the client experience from the first call to the final follow up, always reflecting Incipio's values and service standards. Maximise sales opportunities by upselling venue features and additional services. Keep online listings up to date, ensuring photos, descriptions, and promotions are current. Represent the brand at exhibitions and showcases to promote the group and its venues. Manage CRM data and event admin, keeping all enquiries, details, and invoices accurate and up to date. Collaborate with Operations and our Team Mates at venue to coordinate menus, tastings, schedules, layouts, and supplier logistics. Ensure each venue is fully prepared for every function, delivering seamless, standout experiences every time. Manage invoices and payment schedules, working collaboratively with our finance team. Who You'll Be: A hospitality professional with at least 3 years of event sales management experience, confidently delivering events for 500+ guests and managing budgets over £50k. Proven in handling corporate bookings, including full venue hires, conferences, brand activations, and private dining events. Comfortable working with CRM systems to drive sales performance, ideally with experience in Salesforce and DesignMyNight. Background in hospitality within an agency, bar and restaurant group, or hotel environment. Skilled in managing third-party relationships and supplier partnerships to uphold operational quality. An excellent communicator who builds rapport quickly with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams. Detail driven and highly organised, ensuring accuracy and flawless event delivery. Commercially minded with a focus on revenue growth, pipeline management, and conversion success. A supportive leader who fosters a culture of development and collaboration within the team. Motivated, proactive, and resilient when working toward ambitious sales targets and business goals. Benefits \& Best Bits Comission structure incentives Vitality Package: Dental, Optical and Health insurance. Gym membership discounts + other rewards Self Space: Free Therapy through Self Space. Accessible to anyone who works for Incipio Hugely exciting career development, with opportunities to grow and expand in this role as the business grows 10% Bonus capacity paid annually Company awards and events Sickness Compassionate Pay Incentive trips (Think Wine trips to Portugal and Ski Trips to France) Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave Incipio FC + Seasonal Socials 50% discount for food and drink in all our venues Length in service; earn additional holiday after 2 years continuous service Incipio \& Inclusivity We're all about celebrating individuality inclusivity. At Incipio, we believe diverse teams make the best teams. That's why we welcome applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives regardless of race, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you uniquely you. If you need any adjustments during the application process, just let us know. We've got you!

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  • SENIOR MEETING AND EVENTS PLANNING EXECUTIVE
    SENIOR MEETING AND EVENTS PLANNING EXECUTIVE
    2 days ago
    £35000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Salary £ 35000 plus service charge. Holiday -- 28 days holiday, enhanced after 5 years of service. But there's more... • Free meals on duty., • Uniform offered and dry cleaned., • Food and beverage discounts., • Christmas gifts and employee parties., • Introduce a friend scheme., • Cycle 2 work scheme., • UK attraction discounts @ Merlin Entertainments., • Taste card., • Life assurance scheme., • Wage stream., • Employee assistance programme., • Arora star employee recognition., • Long service recognition award. About us... Nestled on Greenwich Peninsula, attached to the O2, Intercontinental London O2 embraces a captivating backdrop of the River Thames and Canary Wharf. Our five-star hotel includes 453 bedrooms, a diverse dining selection, spa facilities, state of the art conference and meeting rooms including the UK largest pillar-free ballroom. A bit about what you will do... Senior ME Planning Executives lead by example and inspire the team to successfully execute the planning of confirmed meetings and events business while managing client relationships to ensure exceptional, unique and memorable experiences are created. • Oversee events of 100 delegates and more, with primary focus on ballroom residential events., • Maintain close contact with all organisers, ensuring that all their requirements are accurately recorded using every opportunity to maximise sales., • Compile daily and weekly function sheets containing all necessary information, so the team receives operational details as per agreed timelines., • Ensure all additional services required for clients are booked and supplied., • Conduct site visits, food tastings and hold pre-conference meetings to confirm all details prior to the event., • Stay knowledgeable about the current competitor set and their facilities. More about you... • Strong supervisorial, motivational and communication skills., • Excellent standard of written and spoken English., • Attention to detail., • Ability to take initiative and deal with unexpected situations and last-minute changes., • A smart and professional appearance., • Most of all, you will have an approachable, positive, and proactive manner.

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  • Barista and Waiter / Waitress
    Barista and Waiter / Waitress
    21 days ago
    Full-time
    London

    Fig & Walnut Kitchen, a vibrant Mediterranean restaurant in London, is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled individual to join our team as a Barista and Waiter/Waitress. This dual role is perfect for a versatile professional who is passionate about coffee, hospitality, and providing exceptional service to our guests. Key Responsibilities: • Prepare and serve a wide range of coffee beverages, including espresso-based drinks, teas, and other beverages, ensuring high quality and consistency., • Operate and maintain coffee equipment, ensuring cleanliness and proper functionality., • Take food and drink orders accurately and efficiently from guests., • Serve food and beverages to tables, ensuring excellent presentation and adherence to service standards., • Provide outstanding customer service, anticipating guest needs and responding to inquiries in a friendly and professional manner., • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the coffee station, dining area, and workstations., • Handle cash and credit card transactions accurately., • Assist with setting up and clearing tables, ensuring the dining area is welcoming and well-maintained., • Collaborate effectively with kitchen staff and other team members to ensure smooth service operations., • Maintain an in-depth knowledge of our food and beverage menus, including daily specials and ingredients. Requirements: • Proven experience as a Barista and/or Waiter/Waitress, preferably in a fast-paced restaurant or hospitality environment., • Strong knowledge of coffee preparation techniques and beverage service., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills., • Ability to work efficiently and calmly under pressure., • A positive attitude and a genuine passion for delivering outstanding customer service., • Flexibility to work various shifts, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays., • Physical ability to stand and walk for extended periods and lift moderate weights.

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  • Barista Supervisor
    Barista Supervisor
    1 month ago
    £14668 yearly
    Part-time
    Bromley

    Social Enterprise Coordinator 16 hours per week, Thu-Fri Fixed Term (until October 2 2026) £14,668 per year (£34,379 full time equivalent) Location: Bromley High Street Market Square & Training Centre/Lodge Purpose of the Job: You will coordinate Bromley Mencap’s emerging Social Enterprise pilot, a market‑stall‑based microenterprise cluster (coffee, plants, bikes) designed to create meaningful, structured work experience for adults with learning disabilities, difficulties and neurodiverse conditions. Working two days per week on site, you will lead the full operational cycle: vehicle loading, transport, market setup, supervision of trainee shifts, customer service, cash‑up, and safe pack‑down. You will ensure the pilot delivers high‑quality, person‑centred work experience aligned with the project model, while generating strong social value, generating sales and ancillary service enquiries. You will act as the on-site co-ordinator, job coach and operational lead, ensuring the stall runs safely, efficiently and in line with Bromley Mencap’s values. Main Duties: • Lead full operational day (09:00 - 17:00) including loading, transport, setup, trading, pack down and return., • Set up microenterprise stations (coffee, plants, bikes) and ensure all equipment is safe and functional., • Manage EPOS terminal, float, stock levels and daily consumables. - Conduct safety checks (marquee stability, temperature logs, equipment checks)., • Ensure branding, signage and customer facing materials are displayed professionally., • Supervise 2-4 disabled trainees per day across rotating AM & PM shifts., • Provide structured, confidence‑building coaching in customer service, task rotation, microenterprise skills and workplace behaviours., • Deliver clear briefings at the start of each shift and support smooth changeovers., • Promote independence while ensuring safety, dignity and person‑centred practice. Model high‑quality customer interactions and support trainees to use scripts., • Support volunteers to deliver coffee & drinks service, plant sales and display management and bike sales., • Ensure all microenterprise activities meet safety, hygiene and quality standards., • Identify opportunities to cross‑sell or promote ancillary services (barista training, event catering, garden maintenance, bike repair sessions)., • Provide warm, inclusive customer service that reflects Bromley Mencap values., • Promote the social mission of the enterprise to build community buy in., • Capture enquiries for ancillary services such as barista training, events catering, and off market bookings., • Build positive relationships with market organisers, neighbouring traders and local partners., • Work closely with Employment Services, The Lodge and Training Centre staff to ensure smooth referrals and progression. Other Duties: • To comply with safe working practices as outlined in Bromley Mencap policies and take reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by acts or omissions at work., • To report any accidents, incidents or near misses as soon as reasonably practicable., • To comply with GDPR guidance as outlined in Bromley Mencap policy and report any breaches as soon as reasonably practicable., • To be aware of and adhere to Bromley Mencap policies at all times., • To take part in progress/performance reviews throughout the year., • To cooperate with other departments to achieve good outcomes for our members., • To attend training courses and complete online training modules as required to meet the requirements of the post., • To take responsibility for own personal development, seeking out opportunities to learn new skills., • To undertake any other duties as requested by management which are reasonably deemed to be within the scope of the role or necessary for the smooth running of the centre., • To apply the Bromley Mencap values and behaviours to every aspect of the role at all times., • To protect and enhance the interests and reputation of Bromley Mencap internally and externally., • To commit to, and uphold, the organisational values in all aspects of your work. Person Specification: • Essential Evidence of CPD relevant to supported employment, social enterprise, community engagement or disability inclusion., • Level 2 Food Hygiene (or willingness to obtain)., • Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities, difficulties or neurodiverse conditions., • Experience in community‑facing roles, retail, hospitality, microenterprise or market trading., • Experience supervising small groups or delivering structured activities., • Experience maintaining safety, quality and customer service standards., • Understanding of person‑centred practice, reasonable adjustments and inclusive workplaces., • Awareness of food hygiene, basic retail operations and customer service principles., • Understanding of safeguarding and health & safety in community settings., • Strong organisational skills and ability to run a full operational day independently., • Confident supervising disabled adults and delivering on‑the‑spot coaching., • Strong communication and customer service skills., • Ability to manage cash/EPOS, stock and daily reporting., • Able to identify risks early and maintain a safe environment. Empathetic, patient and committed to inclusion., • Motivating, proactive and confident working in public settings., • Calm under pressure with a solution‑focused mindset., • Reliable, organised and able to work independently., • Ability to travel independently to Bromley Market from the Lodge (Rutland House) and Training Centre., • Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather., • Enhanced DBS required., • Full UK driving licence required (for transport)., • Flexibility to support occasional events Reports to: Employment Services Manager You will coordinate Bromley Mencap’s emerging Social Enterprise pilot, a market stall based microenterprise cluster (coffee, plants, bikes) designed to create meaningful, structured work experience for adults with learning disabilities, difficulties and neurodiverse conditions. Working two days per week on site, you will lead the full operational cycle: vehicle loading, transport, market setup, supervision of trainee shifts, customer service, cash up, and safe pack down. You will ensure the pilot delivers high quality, person centred work experience aligned with the project model, while generating strong social value, generating sales and ancillary service enquiries. You will act as the on-site co-ordinator, job coach and operational lead, ensuring the stall runs safely, efficiently and in line with Bromley Mencap’s values. Application process closes on Monday 23rd March 2026 with interviews commencing Monday 30th & Tuesday 31st March and Wednesday 1st April 2026 for an immediate start.

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