We are Company of Cooks, and we believe brilliant food and drink starts with brilliant people. For over 25 years, we’ve been part of some of the UK’s most loved cultural destinations, from historic palaces and botanical gardens to buzzing galleries and performance spaces, running the cafés, restaurants, bars and events that bring these incredible places to life.
Our values - Craft, Creativity and Community - guide everything we do. They shape how we work together, how we support our partners, and how we make each guest feel welcome. If you care about food, people and doing things properly, you’ll feel right at home here.
Wherever we are, we do more than serve. We bring places to life through food, service and creativity and we’re looking for a Event Manager to join our team at Ironmongers Hall.
Location: Ironmongers Hall, EC2Y 8AA
Rate of pay: £33,000 - £35,000 per annum
Working pattern: 40 hours per week, Mostly Monday - Friday with occasional weekends , Shifts time between 7-4, 11-7, 12-8, 4 - late

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Previous operational experience managing large and small events
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.

• Event and planning Logistics:
  Overseeing all logistical aspects of event setup, execution, and breakdown, including venue selection, catering, staffing, and transportation.
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  Budget Management:
  Monitoring event budgets, controlling costs, and ensuring that events are delivered within financial constraints.
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  Staff Management:
  Managing and supervising event staff, including volunteers, and ensuring they are adequately trained and prepared for their roles.
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  Health and Safety:
  Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and legal regulations at all events.
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  Customer Experience:
  Ensuring a positive and seamless experience for attendees through effective event management and problem-solving.
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  Communication:
  Communicating effectively with all stakeholders, including clients, vendors, and team members, to ensure a shared understanding of event goals and objectives.