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Are you a highly motivated and ambitious manager? \n Are you looking for an employer that will invest in you and develop your career further? \n Are you looking for a business that is financially stable and has very exciting growth plans? \n If so, then look no further! \n Role Profile: \n As an Assistant Manager for our client, you will be at the very centre of the customer and team experience, ensuring that your centre has the best standards and service in the industry. \n The role is varied, exciting and challenging. Your responsibilities will range from coaching and mentoring the team on shift, to ensuring the centre is a safe and fun environment for customers. You will be hands on across all areas of the busy centre. \n Within our clients fast-paced, dynamic world, Assistant Managers are trained across all areas of the centre to support the effective operation of their business. You will support the General Manager with back of house duties, as well as running an exceptional operation front of house. You will be responsible for delivering financial targets and service standards. \n To be successful you should have: \n\n • a minimum of twelve months’ management experience in a fast paced, customer-facing environment ideally within the leisure, hospitality, or retail industry\n, • be passionate about customer service\n, • evidence of inspiring and developing large teams\n, • be willing to work nights and weekends\n, • have ambition for success\n\n Join our client as an Assistant Manager, in return you’ll get: \n\n • an excellent salary as well as the opportunity to earn an extra £1 per hour, paid to you every month as part of our monthly bonus scheme\n, • 40-hour contract, plus additional pay for any extra shifts you work\n, • the opportunity to earn an outperformance bonus, you will be given a share of your centre profits once you hit target - paid half yearly\n, • 50% off food when you are working\n, • optional pension plan\n, • 28 days holiday\n, • earn additional days holiday with length of service, up to five days\n, • one in four weekends off\n, • ongoing training and development, with the opportunity to fast track your career\n, • free bowling / golf game vouchers every month\n, • 30% discount off food and drink for you and up to five friends\n, • access to our clients Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and your family\n, • well-being training to support you in the workplace\n, • opportunity to join the healthcare cash plan\n, • financial long service awards\n, • a £15 donation to Barnardo’s when you complete your induction\n, • enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave benefits\n, • flexible working, allowing you to have the perfect work life blend\n

Are you ready to lead a vibrant, people-first venue where great food, warm service and a real sense of place come together? At The Wellington Arms in Hook, we're looking for an inspiring General Manager to take the reins and deliver standout experiences for guests and team alike. Proven success as a

Serve Legal are recruiting auditors to collect observational data from pubs, bars, sports clubs and social venues on behalf of a leading media research client. As part of our PubTV team, you will visit venues within a designated area, make a small number of observations, and report back using our simple online system. These visits are anonymous and observational only. You will never be required to test, challenge, judge or interact with venue staff as part of the role. This is a part-time, flexible role which is ideal to fit around other work, education, family commitments or retirement. Work is allocated on a project basis, with auditors offered suitable opportunities based on their location and availability. Flexibility Work is available on various weekdays, evenings and weekends throughout the year. You decide which opportunities you would like to accept, allowing you to fit work around your existing commitments. Auditors are paid per completed visit, with rates shown within individual listings. Reasonable travel expenses are covered in addition to audit fees. Each visit is quick and straightforward. You will typically visit a number of venues within a local area during a set time window, recording a small number of observations before moving on to the next location. No two routes are exactly the same. Auditors visit a wide range of pubs, bars, clubs and hospitality venues across the UK, making each project slightly different. Our experienced Area Managers provide guidance throughout the process, ensuring you feel confident before completing your first assignment. Many auditors begin with PubTV projects before progressing onto our wider range of auditing and mystery shopping opportunities across multiple sectors. Visiting pubs, bars, sports clubs and social venues within a specified area. Completing visits during an allocated time window. Making simple observations based on the project requirements. Recording findings through our online reporting system. Providing basic evidence of attendance where required. Routes are typically made up of several venues located within the same area. Auditors are encouraged to visit as many venues as possible during the allocated time window, however we understand that not every venue will always be reached. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. Smartphone with internet access. Comfortable working independently. Able to communicate by email and phone when required. Reliable and able to meet agreed deadlines. Comfortable visiting pubs and bars alone for short periods. No previous experience is required. Before completing your first project, a manager will talk you through the process and answer any questions you may have. Full guidance and route-planning support are provided, making the role easy to get started with. Serve Legal is one of the UK's largest auditing companies, providing market research, compliance auditing and mystery shopping services across the UK and Ireland. We work with a wide range of clients and offer auditors many different opportunities once established within our network. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, irrespective of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. #J-18808-Ljbffr

We are looking for a dynamic and driven Wedding & Events Manager to lead our Weddings & Events operation at Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire. Proven experience in Weddings, Events or Catering Sales within a luxury hotel, resort or premium events venue. Lead and inspire the Weddings & Events team, creati

Iconic Sporting Venue in West London is seeking an IT Service Desk Manager to lead a 5-person support team across 1st, 2nd, and 3rd line functions.

Own the service desk operation end to end — ticket management, SLAs, quality, and team accountability. Proven IT Service Desk Manager experience — you've genuinely managed a team, not just led one in title. IT Service Desk Manager — Iconic Sporting Venue, West London, £55,000.

Location: Daytona Sandown Park, Esher, Surrey Department:Engineering Reporting to:General Manager Hours: Full‑time (flexible, including evenings and weekends) Are you an experienced mechanic, vehicle technician or workshop supervisor looking for the next step in your career? As Head of Engineering at Daytona Sandown Park, you'll lead the engineering team, oversee fleet maintenance and workshop operations, and ensure our kart fleet operates safely, reliably, and to the highest standards. • Lead the engineering function at a busy outdoor motorsport venue, • Take ownership of safety‑critical systems and fleet performance, • Manage and develop a skilled team of engineers and mechanics, • Work closely with venue management and senior leadership, • Varied role combining hands‑on engineering and team leadership, • Opportunity to influence standards, processes, and continuous improvement Daytona is the UK's leading karting operator, delivering one of the most authentic motorsport experiences available in arrive-and-drive karting. From championship-winning DMAX race karts and iconic endurance events to corporate experiences and junior driver development, Daytona provides unrivalled racing opportunities for drivers of all levels. Daytona Sandown Park is a long-established outdoor karting venue operating in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. Quality, consistency, and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do, ensuring every customer receives a safe, professional, and memorable experience. As Head of Engineering, you will be responsible for all technical and safety aspects of the venue’s engineering operation. You will lead the engineering team, ensure the kart fleet is maintained to required standards, manage budgets and stock, and ensure full compliance with statutory, manufacturer, and company requirements. This role requires a hands‑on engineering professional who can lead by example, make sound decisions, and maintain high standards across safety, performance, and presentation. • Take full responsibility for the technical and safety performance of the kart fleet, • Ensure all vehicles are maintained in line with manufacturer or internal specifications, • Ensure the correct number of vehicles are available, clean, and serviceable for operations, • Oversee maintenance schedules, repairs, and testing of the fleet, • Ensure all engineering records, worksheets, and documentation are accurate and up to date, • Lead, manage, and motivate the engineering team to achieve high standards, • Ensure fair and effective shift and duty rotas, including early and late cover, • Monitor team performance and support development in line with HR guidance, • Promote teamwork, professionalism, and a strong safety culture, • Ensure full compliance with health & safety legislation and company policies, • Ensure safe use, storage, and maintenance of tools, equipment, and machinery, • Maintain a clean, organised, and safe workshop environment at all times, • Ensure confidentiality and data protection requirements are upheld, • Manage departmental budgets, expenditure, and cost control, • Oversee the stores system and maintain appropriate stock levelsObtain quotes and approvals for repairs and expenditure where required, • Support forecasting and financial reporting as requested, • Strong mechanical, vehicle maintenance or engineering experience (essential), • Proven experience managing or supervising a workshop, maintenance or engineering team, • Solid understanding of maintenance schedules and safety‑critical systems, • Strong attention to detail and pride in high standards, • Confident communicator, able to lead teams and liaise with suppliers, • Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, email, and internet use, • Organised, reliable, and able to work under pressure, • Flexible to work across a rota including early starts and late finishes Experience within motorsport, karting, or similar operational environments is highly desirable. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Horton Lane, Epsom, KT19 8PT, UNITED KINGDOM We’re looking for a brilliant Food & Beverage Manager to take charge of all things food at Hobbledown. This is not silver service. It’s not room service. And there definitely aren’t any quiet Tuesday afternoons spent polishing wine glasses. If the words school holidays, 1,000 lunches, three coach parties and a sudden downpour make you think “right, let’s get organised” rather than “help” — keep reading. This is visitor attraction F&B: fast, fun, high-volume and gloriously unpredictable. One minute you’re making sure the cafés are ready for the lunchtime rush. The next you’re moving people around because the heavens have opened and every family in the park suddenly wants food at exactly the same time. You’ll oversee our cafés, kiosks, grab-and-go points, seasonal outlets, parties and event catering — making sure the food is great, the queues keep moving, the standards stay high and the numbers stack up. You’ll be leading a large, diverse team, including plenty of young people taking their first steps into the world of work. That means we need someone who genuinely enjoys managing, coaching and developing people. You’ll know how to turn a group of teenagers, students, seasonal team members and experienced supervisors into a confident, organised and enthusiastic operation. You’ll be visible. You’ll be on the floor. You’ll know when someone needs encouragement, when a supervisor needs backing and when the team simply needs a clear plan before the gates open. If your management style involves disappearing into an office and sending emails about service standards, this probably isn’t the one. We’re particularly interested in people who have worked in environments such as: Theme parks and visitor attractions Zoos, farms and family attractions Indoor play and activity centres Holiday parks and resorts Stadiums, arenas and entertainment venues Why? Because you already understand that volume comes in waves. You know a rainy day can completely change the operation. You know school holidays require a different staffing model. You know a sunny Saturday can go from calm to chaos in twenty minutes. And you know the answer isn’t simply “put more people on shift”. It’s about planning the right team, in the right places, with the right stock, menu and service flow. You’ll take ownership of the entire Hobbledown F&B operation. That means getting stuck into everything from rotas and recruitment to menu development, margins and mystery stock disappearing from the freezer. You’ll: Lead, coach and develop our F&B team, with a particular focus on supporting young and seasonal team members Build a strong supervisor and management structure that can confidently run busy services Plan staffing around weekends, holidays, events, weather and visitor forecasts Make sure cafés, kiosks and seasonal outlets are ready before the rush arrives Keep queues moving without compromising food quality or guest experience Manage ordering, stockholding, waste and availability Keep a close eye on labour, food cost, margins and overall F&B performance Spot opportunities to grow spend per head through better menus, promotions and upselling Develop food that works for families — from children’s meals to grab-and-go options and treats worth getting excited about Make allergen management, food safety and HACCP completely non-negotiable Work with suppliers on quality, pricing and product development Support birthday parties, private events and seasonal activity with catering that actually works operationally Continuously improve how our outlets look, feel and operate Be present during the busiest periods and lead from the front when things get lively You’re an experienced F&B operator who understands that running food in a leisure attraction is a very different beast from running a restaurant or hotel department. You’re commercially sharp, operationally strong and comfortable managing significant volume. But just as importantly, you’re good with people. You can coach a nervous 16-year-old on their first shift, challenge an experienced supervisor when standards slip and keep a team smiling when there are 40 tickets on the screen. You’ll probably have: Experience leading F&B within a visitor attraction, leisure, entertainment, holiday park or similarly high-volume environment Strong experience managing young, seasonal and part-time teams A track record of building confident supervisors and developing future managers Excellent knowledge of food hygiene, HACCP, allergens and health & safety Strong commercial understanding of labour, food cost, stock, margins and sales Experience with menu development, pricing and supplier relationships Confidence building rotas and staffing plans around forecast demand Experience managing multiple outlets rather than one standalone restaurant A good understanding of POS systems, Excel and operational reporting The ability to stay calm when the park is packed, the queue is growing and somebody has just announced that till three has stopped working Most importantly, you’ll have energy. Hobbledown is noisy, colourful, busy and full of families having a day out. We want someone who enjoys that environment and wants to make the F&B operation a genuine part of the experience. Escapade Group operates some of the UK’s most exciting family leisure attractions, including Hobbledown, Kidspace, Gripped, Farmer Ted’s and Watermouth Castle & Family Theme Park. Across the group, we welcome more than one million guests every year, which means plenty of hungry people, plenty of birthday cake and absolutely no shortage of opportunities to make our food and beverage operations bigger and better. • Have you managed Food & Beverage operations within a visitor attraction, theme park, leisure venue, holiday park, zoo, indoor play centre or other high-volume leisure environment?, • Have you directly managed and developed teams made up of young, seasonal and/or part-time employees?, • Please briefly describe a time you managed a major peak in customer demand. How did you plan staffing, stock and service flow to keep queues moving and standards high?, • Describe your customer service experience #J-18808-Ljbffr

We are seeking an experienced Senior Technical Production Manager to take responsibility for the successful technical delivery of live events from initial client brief through to project completion. Working across the full 360° production cycle, this role combines technical expertise, project management, commercial awareness and client service to ensure events are planned, resourced and delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest professional standards across lighting, video, audio, rigging and power requirements. Take organisational ownership of projects from initial enquiry and technical brief through to onsite delivery and final project close-out Interpret client and production requirements and develop appropriate technical solutions across multiple disciplines Lead the technical planning and coordination of events, ensuring all production requirements are identified, understood and achievable Develop and put in place production schedules, technical plans, equipment requirements, crew requirements and supplier requirements, using inhouse resources whenever possible Maintain clear project documentation, using our inhouse systems, ensuring information is accurate, current and communicated to relevant stakeholders Ensure projects are delivered within agreed scope, budget, programme and quality expectations Ensure projects are planned and delivered in accordance with company health and safety procedures and relevant legislation by producing and sharing the appropriate RAMS, risk assessments, method statements and any other client required documentation Work across audio, lighting, video, rigging, power, staging and associated technical systems, with sufficient technical understanding to coordinate specialist teams effectively Review and develop appropriate technical designs, production drawings, equipment specifications and system requirements to deliver show requirements and customer expectations Work with Heads of Discipline and technical specialists to develop appropriate technical solutions that are realistic, practical and suitable for the venue and event environment and support any technical integration between the different disciplines Prepare and manage project budgets, quotations and technical costings as requested Monitor project expenditure, committed costs and changes to scope throughout the project. Identify and communicate variations, additional requirements and potential commercial exposure. Gain appropriate approval for changes to project scope or expenditure where necessary Act as a senior technical point of contact for clients and the production team, managing expectations where necessary Represent the company by building strong, professional relationships based on trust, responsiveness and technical credibility. Where appropriate, attend client, production and technical meetings/events Take a senior leadership role in the delivery of events onsite Coordinate technical teams and suppliers during build, rehearsals, show operation and breakdown Act as a senior escalation point for technical or operational problems Coordinate communication between technical disciplines and wider production teams Maintain a calm, professional and solutions-focused approach during challenging or time-critical situations Ensure agreed technical standards and client requirements are maintained throughout the event Lead or support onsite technical meetings, briefings and production reviews as required At least 3 years’ experience in technical production management within a commercial AV, live events or event production environment Strong understanding of multiple technical disciplines including audio, lighting, video, rigging, power and associated production systems Experience managing the full project lifecycle from initial brief through to onsite delivery and close-out Strong project management, planning and organisational skills. Commercial awareness with experience managing budgets, quotations, suppliers and project costs Excellent client and stakeholder management skills. Ability to interpret technical requirements and translate them into practical production solutions Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities and deadlines simultaneously Experience managing technical teams, freelancers and external suppliers Strong understanding of event health and safety requirements Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to remain calm and effective in a fast-paced, time-critical live event environment High level of attention to detail combined with the ability to maintain an overview of the wider project Proficient in relevant production, project management and technical documentation systems Right to work in the UK required Success in this role will be demonstrated through the consistent delivery of technically successful, safe and commercially well-managed events, strong client relationships together with effective collaboration across the business #J-18808-Ljbffr

Seeking a charismatic and energetic Bar Manager to lead the bar operations at a fast-paced wedding venue, focusing on creating unforgettable guest experiences.

Seeking a passionate and energetic Bar Manager to lead operations at a wedding venue near Crewe, focusing on creating guest experiences.

Support Production Managers on larger-scale events, acting as a key liaison between internal teams, clients, suppliers and other production stakeholders.

Job Description General Manager (Central) Bar & Food venue – £78,000 /n Are you keen to move to a new job ASAP can you move fast, keep reading… /n DON'T MISS OUT!! THIS COMPANY IS EPIC! A LEADER IN THE FIELD! /n We are recruiting a General Manager for a smaller independent business in Ce

Job Description ABOUT AMP STUDIOS/n AMP Studios is a distinctive railway arch venue in Peckham, part of a group of five creative and flexible venues operated by Maverick Projects. The venue hosts a wide range of events including weddings, private parties and other private hires, and is part of a r

Job Description General Manager – Stunning 2 floor Venue - Jersey - £45,000 + live-in /n Relocate to the beautiful island of Jersey /n Live by the coast, enjoy an exceptional island lifestyle and make the most of Jersey's favourable personal tax rates, all while leading one of St Helier's mo

Are you an experienced Head of Facilities, Senior Facilities Manager or Venue Operations Manager looking to lead the facilities operation of a major live entertainment venue? This is a high-profile opportunity to take ownership of building services, engineering, maintenance, cleaning and venue infra

Job Description General Manager – High-Volume Venue /n Salary: £50,000–£65,000 DOE /n We're looking for an ambitious and commercially driven General Manager to join a high-volume, multi-bar venue in London.

The IET Birmingham: Austin Court is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead the day-to-day operation of the venue, ensuring events run smoothly and to a high standard.

As a Venue Sourcing Account Manager you will work within a dedicated venue sourcing team, with line‑management responsibilities. Venue Sourcing Account Manager. Stellar opportunity for an experienced Venue Sourcing professional to join a busy team and manage key accounts delivering a range of venu

Job Description General Manager – New Live Music Venue – Soho up to 75k /n Salary £65,000–£75,000 + bonus /n We are recruiting for an exciting new opening in the heart of Soho for a globally recognised hospitality and entertainment business, launching a seriously cool new live music con

My client is a leading caterer and I am currently recruiting for an Event Manager for one of their flagship London venues. For this Event Manager role, I am looking for a candidate who has:. Applicants for this Event Managerrole must have recently been in a weddings focused position within the last

This is a rare opportunity to work in a venue where revenue directly contributes to positive social impact. As Venue Sales & Marketing Manager, you will lead and develop a high performing sales and events team while also managing your own sales pipeline. You will also lead on managing and maximising

Chelsea Football Club is seeking a Venue Office Manager (Maternity Cover) in Stamford Bridge to provide high-level administrative support to the Venue Sales Director and Venue Hospitality team.

A leading hospitality group is seeking a Venue Sales Manager for its new venue in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. This role involves executing sales strategies, managing client relationships, and achieving revenue targets.

Brixton House is recruiting casual Events Managers to lead planning and delivery of diverse events across its spaces.

Creative Technology UK Ltd is seeking a dynamic Venue Manager to lead operations at London’s Tobacco Dock in the Docklands. Proven track record delivering exceptional events in venue spaces.

As part of the Casino Operations department, the Venue Compliance Manager operates as part of the first line of defence and is responsible for supporting the casino in meeting all regulatory and compliance obligations. Oversight of maintenance of all SG/AML literature and signage across the Venue. M

We are looking for an experienced, dynamic and capable Venue Manager to play a central role in the day-to-day operation of our live music and club venue. Support the Senior Venue Manager, AGM and GM in delivering operational priorities and continuously improving the way KOKO's events and venue opera

Women’s RWC 2025 LOC is looking to appoint a Venue Accreditation Manager to be responsible for liaising with a venue across the UK in addition to working closely with a number of key stakeholders to support in the delivery of the Accreditation project for the tournament. Guest Experience Manager :

Venue Sourcing Project Manager. Enhancing your knowledge of venues and destinations through proactive engagement. Strong knowledge of industry venues and supplier connections.

Job Title: Operations Manager – Luxury Hospitality Venue. My client is looking for an experienced Operations Manager to lead the day-to-day operation of a prestigious luxury hospitality venue in London. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for restaurant operations, events, people,

Actively contribute to revenue growth by maximising conversion opportunities, identifying upsell potential across venue finding and wider event services, and leveraging market knowledge to add value to client proposals. Strong existing network of venues and suppliers, with excellent venue knowledge

Convene Rathbone in London is recruiting a Venue Manager to lead all aspects of the new live events venue, delivering a best-in-class hospitality experience for clients and guests while guiding the opening team through a pivotal growth phase.

Senior Destination & Venue Partnerships Manager - Private Luxury Events. Senior Destination & Venue Partnerships Manager. We are looking for an exceptional, highly motivated Senior Destination & Venue Partnership Manager to join us in pushing our world‑class events that bit further.

Moving Venue is seeking a Cellar Manager in Greater London to oversee all aspects of beverage operations.

As part of the Casino Operations department, the Venue Compliance Manager operates as part of the first line of defence and is responsible for supporting the casino in meeting all regulatory and compliance obligations. Prepare for and attend weekly 1LOD review meetings with Venue Management, present

BCD Meetings & Events is looking for a Sourcing Project Manager to guide clients through every step, building trust and loyalty while shaping memorable events in a dynamic, collaborative environment. You will source venues, negotiate terms, create compelling proposals, and coordinate with suppliers

Job Title: Event Sales Manager – London Venue. We are delighted to be working with an independent London event venue who are on the lookout for an Event Sales Manager to join their small but energetic team. Event Sales Manager – London Venue.

We are recruiting for the brand-new role of Venue Operations Manager to join our growing and ambitious Venue Concessions business. You will be line manager to one member of the wider Wembley focused team, our assistant venue manager, who oversees a number of admin based tasks, analysis and has a hea

As a Sourcing Project Manager, You Will. Use all available resources to source suitable venues & locations that meet requirements and negotiate rates & terms that meet client budget and guidelines. Enhancing your knowledge of venues and destinations through proactive engagement.

Minimum of 4 years of event operations experience, ideally in a large scale events venue or multiple venues. Supply Chain & Operations Senior Manager (Planning). Our history and heritage is deeply rooted in music, building a portfolio of 20 global festivals before selling the portfolio in 2019 to fo

Venue Manager, Convene Rathbone, London. The Venue Manager will oversee all aspects of Convene’s product offerings inclusive of meetings (hybrid and physical) reception & workplace amenity operations as well as directing, implementing, and maintaining the service, AV/Technology, event operations,

Well established a trading well, they are now seeking to recruit an exceptional Venue Manager for their site in. Managing a large Leisure venue with a mixture of different propositions. Responsible for the delivery of exceptional customer service and maintaining high levels of standards, showcasing

Legends Global is recruiting a Hospitality & Bars Manager for York Racecourse, delivering outstanding hospitality across one of Yorkshire’s most iconic venues.

As Venue Operations Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the seamless operation of a busy event venue, acting as the senior operational lead on-site and overseeing event delivery, facilities management, health and safety compliance, and team performance. Leading a team that includes Supervi

Venue Office Manager (Maternity Cover). To provide support & administration to the Venue Sales Director and Venue Hospitality team. Manage the Venue Sales Director’s diary, ensuring time is prioritised and utilised effectively.

Venue Sales Manager – Riverside East, Olympic Park. Client‑facing sales manager role, ideally in events, hospitality, or experiential marketing. Track record of achieving or exceeding revenue targets and driving growth.