About the Role
Compass UK & Ireland is looking for a Senior Conference & Events Operations Manager to help lead the day-to-day delivery of catering services at Excel London as part of Levy. With the venue hosting around 400 events each year, this is an opportunity to support a varied and busy conference and events operation. You will bring a hands-on approach to leading teams and delivering a consistently high standard of hospitality.
Key Responsibilities
- Help oversee day-to-day catering operations across conferences and events.
- Coordinate operational teams to deliver efficient, well-organised service.
- Support planning and preparation to ensure catering arrangements meet event requirements.
- Work closely with colleagues and event stakeholders to resolve operational issues.
- Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and health and safety.
- Monitor service delivery and identify opportunities to improve the guest experience.
What You'll Need
- Experience managing catering, hospitality or conference and events operations.
- Strong team leadership skills and a practical, supportive management style.
- The ability to organise competing priorities in a busy events environment.
- Clear communication skills and confidence working with a range of stakeholders.
- A sound understanding of food safety and operational service standards.
- A commitment to delivering excellent hospitality and resolving problems calmly.
What's on Offer
- An opportunity to help lead catering delivery at a major London events venue.
- Healthcare, wellbeing support and life assurance.
- 23 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, alongside meals on duty.
- Salary to be confirmed: the listing states £49,999, while the role details quote £46,310.
- Employment terms to be confirmed: the listing is marked as contract, while the role details describe a full-time, permanent position.
How to Apply
Apply through this listing with your CV, highlighting your experience in catering operations, event delivery and team leadership.