Event Operations Supervisor (16-40hrs pw) Cambridge, East of England, England
Job description
We"re currently recruiting a dedicated Event Operations Supervisor to assist in the smooth running of the corporate and unique events at Imperial War Museum Duxford, just outside of Cambridge. The role can be on a part time or full time basis.
You will have the chance to progress your career at a unique cultural attraction and within events, for a international company with many career development opportunities and who invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go the extra mile!
Main Responsibilities:
- To complete the opening and closing checklists and to ensure that everything on them has been done.
- Set up and derig event spaces with the help of other team members.
- Ensure that the front of house areas are clean, tidy and attractive during opening times.
- Be an ambassador and an approachable contact for all clients and customers.
- Ensure stock levels are maintained and organised
- To delegate where necessary to the wait staff and bartenders, and ensure the team are pro-active at all times
- To cash up at the end of a late shift and assist in completing Conference Centre stock takes when required
- In the absence of the Manager, take charge and ensure the event's operations continue to run smoothly.
- Be pro-active at all times and use initiative, diplomacy and discretion to solve any problems that may arise
Ideal Candidate:
- Previous experience supervising frontline teams within a similar environment
- Good communication skills in order to be able to liaise with a wide range of team members and customers within your work environment
- Able to comply with legislation and follow all rules and regulation laid down in the staff handbook and unit policy statements, with regard to uniform, personal hygiene, health and safety
- Customer service focused
- Team player and can-do attitude
- Takes pride in personal appearance and hygiene
- Self-motivated and able to use own initiative
- Ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining a positive attitude
We ensure you"re rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
- Free parking on site
- Free meals on site
- Huge career development opportunities for the right candidate with our Career Pathways programme
- Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
- Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury"s, Morrisons and many more
- Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
- Regular emails filled with the best discounts and savings available
- Receive Wow Points every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
- Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
- You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
- Contributory pension scheme
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Salary: £11.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
COVID-19 considerations:
Yes
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Cambridge, CB22 4QR: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Event Management: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: One location
