Company Description
Jimmy’s Pop Up is a bar and restaurant pop up business creating memorable food and drink experiences in iconic London locations such as the South Bank and Somerset House. We specialise in transforming unique spaces into vibrant, high quality hospitality venues that bring people together.
From concept to service, we design and deliver distinctive pop up bars and restaurants that combine great food, exceptional drinks and a welcoming atmosphere. Working in partnership with venues, brands and event organisers, we focus on creativity, operational excellence and meticulous attention to detail.
Our team is fast paced, hands on and passionate about hospitality. If you thrive in dynamic environments, take pride in delivering outstanding guest experiences and enjoy being part of something exciting and ever changing, Jimmy’s Pop Up could be the perfect fit.
Role Description
We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Sales & Marketing Manager to lead the promotion, sales, and booking operations for our food and drinks pop-up events. This role is ideal for a hands-on professional who thrives in a dynamic, creative environment and has a strong understanding of hospitality, events, and brand marketing. You will be responsible for driving ticket sales to food and drink concepts, managing private bookings, overseeing marketing materials, and maintaining a strong digital presence across social media platforms.
Key Responsibilities
Sales & Business Development
- Drive ticket sales and participation from food and drink concepts for each pop-up event
- Identify, approach, and onboard new food vendors, brands, and partners
- Build and maintain strong relationships with existing vendors and clients
- Manage sales pipelines and follow-ups to maximise event occupancy
Marketing & Brand Promotion
- Create and manage marketing brochures, sales decks, and promotional materials
- Develop and execute marketing campaigns to promote pop-up events
- Ensure all marketing materials align with brand tone, visuals, and messaging
Social Media Management
- Plan, create, and schedule engaging content across social media platforms (e.g.
- Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn)
- Manage day-to-day social media activity, including comments, messages, and
- community engagement
- Track performance metrics and optimise content to increase reach and engagement
Diary & Event Management
- Manage the events diary, including pop-up schedules, vendor slots, and key deadlines
- Coordinate timelines across sales, marketing, and event delivery
- Ensure accurate record-keeping of bookings and commitments
Private Bookings & Client Management
- Handle enquiries for private bookings, brand collaborations, and bespoke events
- Prepare proposals, pricing, and contracts for private clients
- Act as the main point of contact for private booking clients from enquiry through to delivery
Skills & Experience
Essential
- Proven experience of minimum of 3 years in a Sales and Marketing Manager role, ideally within hospitality, events or food & beverage
- Strong sales skills with a track record of closing deals and meeting targets
- Experience creating marketing materials such as brochures and presentations
- Hands-on social media management experience
- Excellent organisational and diary management skills
- Strong communication and relationship-building abilities
Desirable
- Experience working with pop-ups, festivals, street food, or live events
- Knowledge of ticketing platforms and CRM tools
- Basic design or content creation skills (e.g. Canva, Adobe, or similar)
Personal Attributes
- Highly organised and detail-oriented
- Proactive, self-motivated, and commercially minded
- Creative with a strong understanding of brand storytelling
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, flexible environment
- Passionate about food, drink, and live experiences
What We Offer
- Opportunity to shape and grow an exciting food and drinks pop-up brand
- A creative and collaborative working environment
- Flexible working arrangements
- Monthly Wellness allowance
Salary: £40K basic salary according to experience + benefits including, training, monthly well-being programme, company socials, and more. Please note this role is full-time, hybrid office (SW London) & on-site role. Applicants must include a cover letter with their application outlining their relevant experience.
We are a small but growing, proudly independent business creating absolutely delicious eating experiences with a focus on sustainability. Our success comes from having a culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working practices which help ensure that everyone, regardless of background, feels included and can perform at their best.
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