Head of Sales & Events - Contract Catering

Head of Sales & Events - Kent - 38k plus bonus My client is a leading contract caterer and they are currently recruiting for a Head of Sales & Events for one of their flagship venues in Kent. As Head of Sales & Events, your main focuses will be the following: Manage an events team of 3-4 people Liaising with the client of the venue continuously looking to grow the relationship at all times To operationally and strategically lead on large events To manage catering logistics of each event To manage orders of equipment, beverages and staffing To ensure all enquiries and client feedback are managed professionally and in a timely manner To continuously work towards improving sales and service Provide appropriate guidance and support to all direct reports Leading and motivating the team through ongoing evaluations, listening, training and mentoring Financial and budget management including forecasting, cost control and forward planning For this Head of Sales & Events role, I am looking for a candidate who has: Event Management experience within either contract catering, event catering, hotels or venues Experience of managing large events Understanding of how to coordinate, plan and deliver an event Exceptional attention to detail Top level client account management skills The desire to grow with an exciting, forward thinking company All candidates applying for this Head of Sales & Events role must have been in a similar position within the hospitality sector in the past year. Privacy Notice: https://illume-recruitment.com/legal_documents/privacy_policy AMRT1_UKCT

Location: Penenden Heath, GB

Posted Date: 1/10/2025