Assistant Events Operations Manager - Soho Farmhouse
Banbury
The Role
At Soho House, the Assistant Events Operations Manager plays a key role in delivering seamless, high-quality events that reflect our standards. Working closely with the Events Operations Manager and wider operational teams, you will support the planning, coordination, and execution of all events across the House. From private dining and member programming to corporate functions and social gatherings, you will help ensure every detail is considered and every experience feels effortless for our members and guests.
This is a hands‑on leadership role, requiring strong organisation, attention to detail, and the ability to confidently support and guide teams in a fast‑paced environment.
What's in it for you?
- Weekly Pay
- Team meal whilst on shift prepared by our chefs
- Every House Membership
- 50% off Food & Drink, 7 days a week
- Staff Room Rate; Any Bedroom, Any House, $100 a night
- Private Health and Dental Care
- Life Assurance
- Day off on your birthday
- Up to 50% Staff Discount on Cowshed & Soho Home
- In conjunction with Soho Impact, take 2 days paid a year to support a charity of your choice.
- Free Counselling Sessions
- Cookhouse & House Tonic: Our Cookhouse & House Tonic programmes offer unique food and drink trainings, events and opportunities to inspire and educate.
- Continuous training to develop yourself personally and professionally
- Team Events: From fitness sessions to cinema screenings and art classes, each month we hold a series of fun events which you can sign up to
Responsibilities
- Support the delivery of exceptional events, ensuring all operations align with Soho House standards and brand expectations
- Assist in planning and coordinating event logistics, including timelines, floor plans, and service flow
- Lead and brief front-of-house and back-of-house teams during events, ensuring clear communication and smooth execution
- Collaborate with the Events, Kitchen, Bar, AV, and Housekeeping teams to ensure all elements are aligned and delivered seamlessly
- Ensure event spaces are set up to specification, maintaining high standards of presentation and detail
- Support staffing plans, ensuring appropriate team allocation based on event requirements
- Maintain a visible and proactive presence during events, supporting both guests and team members
- Assist in resolving operational challenges quickly and effectively, ensuring minimal disruption to the guest experience
- Oversee post-event breakdowns, cleanliness, and stock control with relevant departments
- Gather and share feedback, reporting on event performance and any incidents to the Events Operations Manager
- Ensure compliance with health & safety, fire safety, and food hygiene standards at all times
What we are looking for…
- Minimum of 2+ years’ experience in similar capacity
- Thrive in fast-paced, high-volume environments and maintain calm, through quickly and effectively problem solving under pressure
- Must be hospitable, approachable, passionate about customer service and respectful towards colleagues and guests
- Must be able to demonstrate competency as outlined in the training schedule and Club School
- Must be able to work flexible shifts and schedules, including weekends and holidays as needed
- Ability to take direction, work in a team environment and autonomously
Pay Range
Pay Range
As set forth in Soho House via Caterer.com ’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.
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