Job title: Head of Event Operations – London Catering Company
Salary: Up to £55k + Bonus
Location: London
We are working with a fast-growing London catering company seeking a Head of Event Operations to lead multi-site event delivery and drive operational excellence. This is a senior leadership role overseeing high-volume, complex events across corporate, private, and large-scale productions—combining strategic oversight with hands-on execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end event operations across multiple venues and sites
- Manage and develop a team of Event Managers and freelance staff
- Oversee scheduling, resource planning, and operational delivery
- Drive consistency in service standards, processes, and guest experience
- Ensure compliance with health & safety, food safety, and licensing
- Build strong relationships with clients, venues, and suppliers
- Collaborate with sales, kitchen, and logistics teams
- Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis
- Identify efficiencies and drive continuous operational improvement
About You
- Proven experience in a senior event operations role within catering or hospitality
- Strong leadership experience managing large, multi-site teams
- Excellent organisational and project management skills
- Confident client-facing communicator
- Calm, solutions-focused under pressure
- Strong understanding of event logistics, staffing, and compliance
What You’ll Bring
- A strategic yet hands-on leadership style
- Passion for delivering high-quality events at scale
- Ability to build high-performing, collaborative teams
- Drive to improve processes and elevate standards
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary + bonus
- Private healthcare
- Career development opportunities
- Staff meals and a collaborative team culture
If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Ed@Corecruitment.com
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