Deputy General Manager at WSH Group

London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Event Management, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Abilities, Communication, Problem Solving, Customer Relationship Management, Budget Management, Planning, Team Leadership, Attention To Detail, Creativity, Adaptability, Critical Reasoning, Positive Energy, Self-Directed, Composure Under Pressure

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

Company Description Searcys are looking for a Deputy General Manager to join the team at the Surveyors House at RICS. As a Deputy General Manager you will be a key leader in the organisation, you will be responsible for overseeing day to day operations, driving business growth and ensuring the overall success of your team and venue. You will have proven track record in strategic leadership and establishing a positive, nurturing, and inclusive working environment for your team. Surveyors House is a new venue to the Searcys portfolio, opening in September 2024 as a brand-new venue to the market. Comprising of Surveyors House which has 7 spaces and a capacity of up to 110 guests in the main Lecture Hall and Searcys Westminster which is our Bar and Brasserie located next door which has two private dining spaces. As a Deputy General Manager you will receive the following industry leading benefits: 50% discount across Searcys venues Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme Up to 35 days annual leave (dependant on job role) Access to everyday discounts and communication portal Employee assistance programme Enrolment into Searcys Champagne School Meals provided on shift when working within one of our venue Annual celebration event Cycle to work scheme Your birthday off to celebrate in style A day off to volunteer / give back to the charity of your choice Job Description The Deputy General Manager will be working as part of an exciting events operations team to deliver the food & beverage, event operations at a large selection of events spaces, Will also lead the front of house operation on assigned events, providing a comprehensive briefing to all team members involved in the delivery of the event. Job Type: Full Time Salary: Competitive Responsibilities: To ensure events are set up as required by the event sheets. Ensure events are delivered on time as required by the event sheets. Attend and have active input to daily and weekly event operations meetings. To liaise with the kitchen, event sales, operations and client teams to deliver successful events. Conducts short- and long-term planning and management for events and sales. Develops and recommend the budget, marketing plans, and objectives and manages within those approved plans. Maintains or exceeds budgeted sales and profits in all event areas. Evaluates each piece of event business to ensure business can be properly serviced. Leads event team to build long-term, value-based customer relationships that enable achievement of sales objectives. Qualifications Minimum 2 years experience in event management Thorough understanding of the event and meeting management process – conception to completion Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced, multi-faceted, creative environment and able to work well under pressure Meticulous organizational abilities; high attention to detail Concise and effective verbal and written communication Ability to adapt to challenges and opportunities with a solution-oriented perspective Excellent strategic thinking and critical reasoning skills Creative, positive energy, self-directed, amiable, and composed under pressure; helpful and humble Additional Information We are the oldest caterer in the UK, having been founded in 1847, working with us will give you an opportunity to be part of some of London’s most prestigious events, gaining insights and mentoring from skilled and experienced colleagues, as well as getting a chance to be part of a storied legacy in the hospitality industry. A career at Searcys means you are part of something special, we are an employer with a rich history, and an established reputation which will provide you with an enormous sense of pride and belonging. To find out more on the rich history of Searcys, please visit our website at www.searcys.co.uk

Responsibilities

The Deputy General Manager will oversee day-to-day operations and lead the front of house operation for events. They will ensure events are set up and delivered on time while liaising with various teams to achieve successful outcomes.