Assistant Events Manager - Natural History Museum

Company Description

When we founded Benugo we had a vision of not just creating superb, natural food but of giving London something that was a real experience.

This vision is still true today. The Benugo brand stretches from our own award-winning high street stores to cafes and restaurants within some of the world’s best loved public spaces and visitor attraction.

Find out more about us at www.benugo.com

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Assistant Events Manager to join the Benugo team at the famous Natural History Museum.

The successful candidate will manage a range of events, from the initial enquiry/planning stage through to the successful execution of the event on the day and follow up.

Salary from: £33,000 - £35,000 per annum + bonus

Contract: Full Time/ Permanent

Shifts: 5 days out of 7, includes early mornings and evenings

About the Assistant Events Manager role:

• To operationally lead on site events
• To manage catering logistics, including event file handling, event briefing sheet and service plans
• To ensure all enquiries and client feedback are managed professionally and in a timely manner
• To continuously work towards improving sales and service
• To lead and motivate the team through ongoing evaluations, listening, training and mentoring
• Financial and budget management including forecasting, cost control and forward planning

About the ideal candidate:

• Previous experience in a similar role is desirable
• Enthusiastic about working in a dynamic and fast paced environment
• Strong customer service skills
• Excellent communicator with the ability to motivate and inspire
• Flexibility to work on events as and when required
• Passion for food and wine is a plus!

Additional Information

Benugo has built a culture of inclusivity & progression for all employees. Not only have we retained our family-feel culture, but we also offer a range of benefits including:

• Free lunch on shift
•  Free tea and coffee at any Benugo location
• A monthly allowance to use at any Benugo location
• Competitive rate
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave pay for when your family is growing
• Company sick leave
• Company annual leave
• Opportunity to develop and further your career within a fast growing an exciting company with a very prestigious list of clients
• Employee discounts at several retailers (via Perkbox app) & fitness providers
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme & our trained Mental Health First Aiders

If this sounds like the role for you, apply now!