Wedding planning jobs in United Kingdom

customer service skills leadership skills the ability to motivate and manage staff the ability to work well with others the ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure business management skills patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations knowledge of food production methods to be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently plan menus with your chefs organise shifts and rotas for kitchen and waiting staff manage stock control and budgets work closely with food and drink suppliers make sure the restaurant follows licensing, food hygiene, and health and safety rules recruit new staff and help to train them work on plans for large events like weddings or birthdays deal with customer complaints

About the job 1. Builds and strengthens business relationships for future bookings. Activities include sales calls, and able to generate business from domestic and international leisure and corporate markets. 2. Interacts with travel agencies, corporate and direct guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service level and escalate to Sales Head and Hotel GM & CGM. 3. Attends and contributes to all meetings as required. 4. Handles guest enquiry in a courteous and efficient manner, reporting complaints or problems if no immediate solution can be found, whilst feeding back a prompt follow-up. 5. Conducts hotels site inspection when on-site 6. Responsible for coordinating and implementing all aspects of corporate and social events 7. Relationship building with all prospective customers. 8. Submit monthly and weekly sales plans and market analyses (monthly) as well as daily sales/activity reports. 9. Establish strong partnerships between the hotel and internal commercial team by maintaining a productive dialogue and exchange of ideas. 10. Manages and develops relationships with key internal and external stakeholders. 11. Professionally conduct routine telemarketing and outside hotel sales activities to identify clients for social and corporate events. Department: Marketing Sales About you Relevant hotel accommodation and catering sales experience is an asset. Communication and marketing skills. Previous contacts of clients that have inbound and domestic group business, local corporate and events business potential around Glasgow airport and Erskine is beneficial for the candidate. Previous experience of managing weddings, non-residential food and beverage leisure and corporate events is a bonus. Demonstrate ability to deliver results under difficult conditions Flexible to travel for sales calls and should have a valid driving license. Ability to function independently with limited supervision and working effectively Knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.. The company MGM Muthu Hotels is one of Europe's premier hotel companies, offering unparalleled experiences in some of the world’s most sought-after destinations. With a portfolio of over 50+ properties across Portugal, Cuba, Kenya, Scotland, England, Spain and India, we take pride in our wide range of properties, from luxurious beachfront resorts to city hotels and boutique escapes. As we continue to grow, we are looking for passionate team members to join our team. At MGM Muthu Hotels, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside colleagues from diverse cultures, gaining invaluable international exposure and hands-on experience. We believe in creating memorable stays for our guests while fostering a culture of excellence, inclusivity, and growth for our team members. Join our vibrant team and become a part of a dynamic organisation, where learning, growth and international exposure are just the beginning.

SENIOR BARTENDER - THE HOUND - JKS PUBS NEW PROJECTS Salary - Up to £14.50ph Schedule - Full Time Experience - Previous experience within a quality Bar or Pub JKS are seeking a Senior Bartender to join their new opening, The Hound, in Chiswick. The successful candidate will be friendly, personable and passionate about all things food and drink. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Bartender looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group. JKS Pubs Group The Cadogan Arms Voted in the UK's Top 50 Gastro Pubs The Cadogan Arms is a much-loved Chelsea institution, restored to its former glory with a renovation that pays homage to the public house’s two centuries spent serving the local community. Comprising a bustling ground floor bar, an opulent dining room, and downstairs space ‘The Rose Room’. The location is headed up by Managing Director Dom Jacobs, with food by Culinary Director James Knappett. The menu at The Cadogan Arms focuses on simply prepared British produce, celebrating the provenance of locally sourced fish, meat, and fresh vegetables, as well as sharing roasts on Sunday. Drinks range from cocktails to a carefully curated wine list, and a comprehensive beer list which includes a bespoke British Pilsner from Cornwall’s Harbour Brewing, specially commissioned for The Cadogan Arms. The George The George is an 18th-century, Grade II listed public house on Great Portland Street, Fitzrovia. Spanning two floors, gilded Victorian mirrors, enamel paintings, and oak panelling remain unchanged, thanks to careful stewardship over the centuries. Large regency windows overlook the hustle and bustle of Great Portland Street, with original architectural details throughout and several private and semi-private spaces available for private hire. Befitting of a modern London public house, the all-day dining menu features snacks and starters, ideal for sharing and best enjoyed with a pint, heartier dishes, including chops and steaks from the charcoal grill, sandwiches, and pub classics, and indulgent desserts such as the Sticky Toffee Pudding and Hot Chocolate Fudge Sundae Banana Split. On the bar, house signatures include Guinness, Irish Whiskey and Irish Coffees, served alongside cask ales, craft beers, seasonal cocktails, and an extensive wine list The Position The right Bartender will be passionate and knowledgeable about beers, whisky and cocktails, and have a good background in high volume restaurants and bars, whilst delivering exceptional guest experiences with personality and flair. The Successful Bartender will have: Prior experience as a Bartender within a fast paced-quality restaurant or bar; Eagerness to roll your sleeves up and get stuck in; A creative approach with impeccable attention to detail; Passion for beverage, food and hospitality, along with the eagerness to continually learn; The desire to develop your career within an ambitious and trend-setting restaurant group; Benefits & Culture Our team is the most important part of our business, translating our passion for genuine hospitality to our guests every day. We are proud to work with industry-leading talent and recognise the importance of offering our teams the tools, guidance and experience necessary to build confidence and grow. We encourage you to bring your whole self to work and celebrate the skills and characteristics that make you unique. Your commitment to be kind and work hard comes with a range of benefits such as: Treat Yourself Up to 50% off dining across JKS Restaurants Retail & Takeaway Discounts Code App Membership Look After Yourself Discounted Gym Membership Company Donations for your involvement with Charities Employee Assistance Program Access to Financial Advice Wedding Gift & New-born Care Package - Celebrating your big occasions Progress Yourself Access to our fantastic L&D Calendar A personalised learning & development plan to develop your skills and knowledge Career progression with a fast-growing, critically acclaimed restaurant group. Be Yourself Employee referral scheme - paying up to £600 per referral Staff parties & long service awards The Group JKS Restaurants was founded by siblings Jyotin, Karam and Sunaina Sethi in November 2008. The group has received critical acclaim and industry recognition since its inception, including 7 Michelin stars, 4 Michelin Bib Gourmands and one restaurant ranked in the World’s 100 Best restaurants. The JKS portfolio currently includes Michelin Starred restaurants Trishna, Gymkhana, Kitchen Table, Sabor and Lyle’s; as well as cult favourites Hoppers, BAO, Brigadiers, Berenjak, and Bibi. Pubs include The Cadogan Arms and The George. JKS Restaurants offers a unique chance to either pursue a career in fine dining or develop within casual trend focused cuisine, with opportunities across all disciplines for those looking to progress their careers within a people focused, collaborative hospitality group.

Job Title: WK Events Manager Days/Hours This is a 18-22 hour/ 4 day a week role. You will work up to 45 hours in 'peak season' per week (roughly May-September) but off peak will be considerably less. 4-5 day working week as standard. Mondays off when weekend work is required. Event work can happen at irregular times! Location: SW18 based and other locations (on events) London locations + outside of London events travel Salary Offered £15ph (admin and small events) Up to £20ph (larger events) Reporting to: Ops Manager/ MD Requirements: Full UK Manual Driving License, Confident driver with various vehicles. OVERVIEW OF WELL KNEADED Company Overview Well Kneaded Ltd is a unique farm-table pizzeria, events company and Charity based in South West London. We serve an exciting and innovative seasonal menu of sourdough pizza, amazing pasta, locally-sourced salads, small plates and top quality drinks. We’ve won awards recognising our sustainable sourcing and supply chain, and are a charity because of our employment practices offering opportunities to young people who have faced barriers to employment. Well Kneaded has a great team culture and we’re committed to a supportive and enjoyable working environment for all our team. OVERVIEW OF EVENTS ROLE The events manager role combines client and on-event management with business development and event ops. It is a hands on role for someone who wants a great combination of management & office based work with practical on-event management. We have a busy calendar of weddings and events, especially from May- September but you will help us fill that all year round. You will be able to hit the ground running, making sure our events setups outfits look the part, are well organised, and are health and safety compliant. The events we cater span weddings, birthdays, street parties, festivals, in-house pizzeria events and corporate workshops (more recently) and more. You will be responsible for creating the amazing Well Kneaded experience ‘off-site’. A key part of your role will be clear communication with the head chef at the pizzeria and the event teams, in order that events operations are well planned and smoothly executed. The role requires your high capacity for planning and organisation.! You will be strategic and able to quickly understand the bigger operational picture of Well Kneaded for diary management and coordination, and will be an excellent team player and motivator. You will be a natural problem solver, managing both client and team expectations with an energetic flair, in the lead up to an event, and also the wind down. Responsibilities PRIMARY - Being the first point of contact for all event enquiries, responding promptly and clearly communicating how Well Kneaded can provide great food to employ great people for a greater planet and converting those enquiries into bookings. - Clarify with the client and put in place specific requirements for event logistics and staffing. - -Maintain clear records of past and upcoming events and pro-actively communicate these with accountants & internal team when needed. - Responsible for execution of our events work in line with WK Vision & values to give our clients the best events experience (internally and externally) in London including developing relationships with new venues/ clients and working with online platforms to market our events offerings. - -Maintain WK Events storage areas, including the WK lockup and any areas used in the pizzeria. - Responsibility for health and hygiene and food safety procedure on events, ensuring 100% operationally safe events, and that all events team are trained and prepared in this. This includes responsibility for regular maintenance of all events set up - -Weekly meetings with Events/Ops team to discuss anything events based. - -Manual handling of events equipment and food - SECONDARY - Grow our KERB opportunities as well as our regular client database and communications/ marketing strategy. - Take responsibility for events P&L (after 6 months in role) - Develop marketing materials (alongside ops & marketing manager) including promotions for events offerings in order to retain and grow events stakeholders (clients, venues, tasting participants, potential partnerships with local schools/ mums groups/venues, etc) - Weekly meetings with Head of Food to develop events offerings where you see gaps, within budget - If capacity, develop and market downstairs basement kitchen and/or garden for pizzeria private events together with Ops Manager and head of front of house. - Add posts directly to Instagram/ Facebook that are pertinent to events/ the team and also the pizzeria if required. - Position Type - Event role has possibility to be a job share between a senior event manager and events coordinator where the events manager has overall oversight & a focus on driving growth and coordinator has on-event/ day to day ops focus. This means role could be 2-2.5 days/ week. - EXPECTATIONS & LIMITING FACTORS - Be able to handle emergencies and last-minute changes of plan under pressure. - There is an event-staff holiday freeze in July (No holiday can be taken in July due to the full nature of the WK calendar) - The nature of the job involves a lot of weekend and evening work, so days off are generally Sundays and Mondays, with one full weekend off per month (except June/July). In quieter seasons there will be more flexibility on this. - Being able to confidently drive a manual vehicle - PERSON SPECIFICATION - The Events Manager will be committed to the Well Kneaded vision and values, with a keen interest in sustainable food and amazing event creation and will have the following: - Previous experience in events or managing/ leading a team. Including examples of responsibility for running events from start to finish. - Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel and Powerpoint - Confident to take initiative and is pro-active in project and event management. Is as good at starting a project as well as is at finishing it, and feeding back in. - Highly organised and excellent at planning. - At least an active interest in sustainability - English; strong in both written & verbal communication, if not your first language - UK Drivers License - confident to drive multiple vehicles including a vintage van. - Strong relational skills PERKS/ BENEFITS/ HOLIDAY - 29 days holiday (statutory plus an extra for your birthday) + sick pay + pension (holiday increases 1 days/ year worked with WK after year 2, up to 4 extra days) pro rata if not full time. - 6-8 weekly reviews with line manager. - Friends and family discount (20% off bill when you eat in with f&f) - Christmas day & Easter Sunday off - If full time- Management/ Leadership training plus up to 2 team days per year Free delicious food - Being part of a team who champions each other. - 2 Complimentary tickets per year for friends and family to in-house events - Seeing transformation in the lives of young people - Pension contribution and sick pay Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract, Freelance Pay: £15.00-£20.00 per hour Additional pay: Yearly bonus Benefits: Additional leave Canteen Casual dress Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Flexitime Paid volunteer time Sick pay Store discount Work from home Schedule: 10 hour shift 12 hour shift 8 hour shift Day shift Holidays Monday to Friday Overtime Weekend availability Ability to commute/relocate: South West London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Experience: Event Management or Leadership: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification: UK FULL MANUAL DRIVING LICENSE (required) Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in South West London Expected start date: 06/01/2025

We’re looking for an kind, passionate, experienced Waiter/ Waitress to join our team at Bistro Freddie, Shoreditch London. Bistro Freddie is an ingredient lead and atmospheric 45-cover British-French bistro and counter-top in the heart of Shoreditch. The menu is decadent with some seriously nostalgic French classics, which show case the best of British produce. The wine menu is classic, grown up and highlights the fantastic wines of un-sung French wine producers. Our elevated service is led by General Manager, Piotr Maruszczak, (previously Frenchie) who’s joined by Head Chef, Alex Reynolds (previously Eline). We'd like a Front of House Professional to join our team. Waiters/ Waitresses can expect: On target earnings of £14 - £16 p/h inclusive of service charge (service charge will fluctuate higher or lower. - Free dining and drinks for you and a guest for all new team members - 50% off dining for you and 3 guests at Bar Crispin, Crispin, Bistro Freddie, Crispin x Studio Voltaire - 20% off retail wine - Personalised development plans for continued learning and progression - Group socials - Opportunities to work with our wider team at internal and external events, chef collaborations, weddings, and food fairs etc. HAM. Restaurants is a group of independent and design-lead restaurants and wine bars in Central London. HAM. Restaurants are Crispin, Bar Crispin, Bistro Freddie, Crispin x Studio Voltaire and Crispin Events & Catering.

The Hound are seeking a Waiter to join their team. The successful candidate will be friendly, personable and passionate about all things food and drink. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Waiter looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group. The Hound is the third opening from JKS & Dom Jacobs on Chiswick High Road, West London. Following on from the Success of The Cadogan Arms and The George. A modern-day coaching inn built within the walls of a Victorian police station, now the perfect stop for a pint, a meal, or a bed for the night. Headed up by Managing Director Dom Jacobs, with food by Culinary Director James Knappett. The menu focuses on simply prepared British produce, celebrating the provenance of locally sourced fish, meat, and fresh vegetables, as well as sharing roasts on Sunday. Drinks range from cocktails to a carefully curated wine list, and a comprehensive beer list. The ideal Waiter/Waitress will have: Previous experience as a Waiter/Waitress in a high-end, fine dining restaurant Passion for delivering exceptional guest experience A keen interest in British cuisine, with a desire to learn and develop with us Excellent attention to detail and a highly personable nature. BENEFITS & CULTURE Our team is the most important part of our business, translating our passion for genuine hospitality to our guests every day. We are proud to work with industry-leading talent and recognise the importance of offering our teams the tools, guidance and experience necessary to build confidence and grow. We encourage you to bring your whole self to work and celebrate the skills and characteristics that make you unique. Your commitment to be kind and work hard comes with a range of benefits such as: Treat Yourself Up to 50% off dining across JKS Restaurants Retail & Takeaway Discounts Code App Membership Look After Yourself Discounted Gym Membership Company Donations for your involvement with Charities Employee Assistance Program Access to Financial Advice Wedding Gift & New-born Care Package - Celebrating your big occasions Progress Yourself Access to our fantastic L&D Calendar A personalised learning & development plan to develop your skills and knowledge Career progression with a fast-growing, critically acclaimed restaurant group. Be Yourself Employee referral scheme - paying up to £600 per referral Staff parties & long service awards

We’re looking for a kind and dedicated Sous Chef to join our team at Bar Crispin, Soho. Working along side the Head Chef, Fabien Spagnolo (Frenchie, Carousel, Pollen St Social) we serve creative, fun and delicious small plates, with a focus on European ingredients and international bold flavours. Bar Crispin is a natural wine bar and restaurant. We share a warm and friendly service, and generously share our passion for low-intervention wines and special suppliers and producers. Sous chefs can expect: · A starting rate of £40,000 including service · Free dining and drinks for you and a guest for all new team members · 50% off dining for you and 3 guests at any of HAM. Restaurants · 20% off retail wine · Regular check-ins and development plans with your manager · Opportunities to work with our wider team at internal and external events, chef collaborations, working with some big brands in fashion and design, weddings and food fairs etc. This is a wonderful opportunity to join HAM. Restaurants. We’re like-minded individuals whose passion and knowledge allow great produce to sing without too much fuss. HAM. Restaurants consists of Crispin, Bar Crispin, Bistro Freddie, Crispin x Studio Voltaire and Crispin Events & Catering.

Please take a look at oakbarnrestaurant.co.uk The Oak Barn is currently one of the Top-Rated, Fresh Food Restaurants in Sussex. It is a Privately Owned, Family Run, 150 Cover Restaurant & Bar, situated in Mid-Sussex, close to Haywards Heath & Burgess Hill. Our freshly made Rosette standard seasonal menu is key to our business. It features modern British cuisine that combine the classics alongside more contemporary dishes. We also run specials which change daily. In addition to this we also cater for large group bookings, weddings & buffets so there is always plenty of variety. We are currently looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join our talented team to continue providing fantastic quality fresh dishes. The ideal candidate will have a passion creating exciting & innovate dishes from locally sourced fresh ingredients with great attention to detail. The candidate must be able to relish in a fast-paced environment & have competent background in gastro pubs or restaurants. The ideal candidate will have experience in hospitality, restaurants & gastro pubs. Why work for The Oak Barn: Excellent Pay & Bonuses / Family Run Business Fantastic Tips / Flexible Shifts / 2.5 Days Off Per Week Fresh Produce & Cooked To Order / No Two Days Are the Same Great Training & Progression Prospects / Great Lifestyle Balance A Relaxed & Fun Atmosphere / Brigade Of 8 Chefs / Weekly Pay Finish Approx. 9.15pm Weekdays, 7.30pm Sundays Progression Prospects: Very experienced Chef Team who are willing to encourage, motivate, teach & train Opportunities for development & promotion NVQ training courses are available for those wishing to further develop their career Learning about maintaining GP’s & targets set by the business & Head Chef Opportunity to learn the skills on different sections Responsibilities: Checking the cleanliness, organisation & standards within the kitchen Assisting the brigade in the smooth, safe & efficient running of the kitchen operation To assist the Head chef in the training of younger members of the team Responsible for the day to day running of any given section Demonstrating a committed approach & maintain a consistent service in the kitchen Assisting the Head chef in the development of both the menus & daily specials Ensuring the quality of food is of the exceptional standard expected Be aware of health & safety, hygiene regulations & help maintain to a high standard Help with ordering daily, whilst keeping in mind stock usage, menu planning & business levels Running of the kitchen in conjunction with the Head Chef Effective communication with front of house Food Service Times: Food served Monday – Saturday 12pm-3pm & 6pm-9pm Food served Sunday 12pm-7pm

We’re looking for an experienced Sommelier to join our team at Bistro Freddie, Shoreditch London. Bistro Freddie is a design lead and atmospheric 45-cover British-French bistro and counter-top in the heart of Shoreditch. The menu is decadent with some seriously nostalgic French classics, which show case the best of British produce. The wine menu is classic, grown up and highlights the fantastic wines of un-sung French wine producers. Our elevated service is led by General Manager, Piotr Maruszczak, (previously Frenchie) who’s joined by Head Chef, Alex Reynolds (previously Eline). As our Sommelier you will be at the heart of our wine offering, guiding guests through a memorable dining experience. You will work closely with our teams, to inspire and engage through training, tastings, and briefings and act as a first point of contact for guidance and recommendations during services. Curated by Alex Price, Bistro Freddie’s all-French wine list focusses on real wines that reflect their regional origin. The wine list takes a deep dive into all corners of France, exploring a variety of styles, regions, and producers. Our ideal candidate will hold a WSET 3 - or equivalent with experience. Sommeliers can expect: - On target earnings of £40,000 per annum, inclusive of service charge - Free dining and drinks for you and a guest for all new team members - 50% off dining for you and 3 guests at Bar Crispin, Crispin, Bistro Freddie, Crispin x Studio Voltaire - 20% off retail wine - Personalised development plans for continued learning and progression - Group socials - Opportunities to work with our wider team at internal and external events, chef collaborations, weddings, and food fairs etc. HAM. Restaurants is a group of independent and design-lead restaurants and wine bars in Central London. HAM. Restaurants are Crispin, Bar Crispin, Bistro Freddie, Crispin x Studio Voltaire and Crispin Events & Catering.

Job Title : Chef Vacant : X-03 SOC : 5434 Employer. : TANAZ LTD Job Type. : Permanent, Full Time (37.5 hours per week). Salary : £38,700 Per Year. Chefs plan menus and prepare, or oversee the preparation of food in our restaurants, private households’ events such as Birthday Parties or in a Wedding and other establishment such as Business events. Entry Requirements: Educational Background: There are no formal academic requirements. Training is provided Off and on-the-job. NVQs/ SVQs, BTEC Certificates and Diplomas and foundation degrees are available. Apprenticeships are also available. Courses are also run by private cookery schools. Experience: Relevant Industry Experience will be Mandatory Language: English Level B1 Minimum on CEFR Scale Duties and Responsibilities: · requisitions or purchases and examines foodstuffs from suppliers to ensure quality. · plans menus, prepares, seasons and cook foodstuffs or oversees their preparation and monitors the quality of finished dishes. · supervises, organises and instructs kitchen staff and manages the whole kitchen or an area of the kitchen. · ensures relevant hygiene and health and safety standards are maintained within the kitchen. · plans and co-ordinates kitchen work such as fetching, clearing and cleaning of equipment and utensils. · ensures kitchen safety and food hygiene are followed accordance with NEA standard. · ensures proper handling and storage of all food items.