Premium Events Assistant - Wembley Arena

Compass Group; Wembley; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job description

Premium Events Assistant - Wembley Arena

Premium Events Assistant - Wembley Arena

Salary: £35,000 per annum

Who We Are:

Levy UK & Ireland is the vibrant and exciting sector of Compass Group, the world's largest catering company. We work at some of the greatest venues in the world, delivering legendary experiences in food, drink, and hospitality. In the UK, we are proud to have a wealth of long-standing partnerships with venues across sport, entertainment, and events.

Benefits:

1. Medicash - Healthcare benefits, including dental, optical and therapy treatments (includes up to 4 dependent children)
2. Aviva Digicare - Free annual healthcare check
3. Exclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site (Perks at Work)
4. Entertainment discounts - up to 55% off cinema tickets
5. Health & Wellbeing discounts - Discounts for Nuffield Health (20%) and Pure Gym (10%)
6. Travel discounts - Discounts with holiday companies such as TUI and Expedia
7. Shopping discounts - Save up to 15% at high street and online stores by purchasing Shopping Cards
8. Meals on duty
9. Vodafone discounts
10. Pension scheme and Life Assurance
11. Employee Assistance Programme
12. 23 days + BH's and additional day off for your birthday
13. 2 days additional leave, following return from Maternity leave during the first year back
14. Competitive and supportive family benefits
15. Day off for baby's first birthday
16. Holiday purchase scheme
17. On-going training & development and career pathways
18. Professional subscriptions paid
19. Financial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance products

More about the role:

Role Purpose: As our Premium Event Assistant, you will assist in the planning and execution of all event and non-event day operations at one of London’s iconic music venues, averaging 130 concerts a year.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Support the co-ordination and delivery of all events and ensure all functions run efficiently and effectively.
2. Be the point of contact during an event and manage a team across the premium lounges.
3. Liaise with clients regarding requirements for each event and ensure that quotes, catering agreements, and invoices are prepared correctly.
4. Assist with the ordering for events as well as the set-up and breakdown of events.
5. Inspire, strive, and be an ambassador for the business to deliver exceptional service to our clients and guests.
6. Ensure that health, safety, and hygiene rules and procedures are always followed as a priority.
7. Demonstrate full alignment with the Levy and client vision and values.
8. Manage the business needs and performance standards in line with Levy Signatures.

Person Specification:

1. Minimum 3 years’ experience in a comparable role.
2. Strong, quality operational experience with a passion for F&B.
3. Articulate and numerate, able to accurately prepare quotes and reports.
4. Awareness of government legislation, including health and safety and employment law.
5. Proven competence of using systems and/or technology to enhance the operation.
6. The desire and ability to lead, direct, and communicate effectively.
7. A creative thinker with the drive and determination to get things done.
8. The ability to interact personally and sensitively with others.
9. A high level of influencing and interpersonal skills.
10. Excellent skill set (menu knowledge, technical organization, time management).
11. Understanding of production planning and optimizing resources correctly.
12. Understanding the financial impact of decisions taken.
13. Highly confident and positive with a “can do” attitude.

About you: At Levy UK & Ireland, we take pride in fostering a workplace culture that celebrates diversity and promotes inclusion. We believe that our differences are our greatest strengths. We are committed to creating an environment where every individual is valued, respected, and empowered.

Join us in our journey towards a more diverse and inclusive world, where every person has the chance to thrive and contribute their unique talents.

Job Reference: com/1003/68677001/52723601/SU #Levy UK