Please note: candidate must currently reside in the UK and be able to work in the UK without sponsorship.

To deputise for the Venue Manager overseeing the Front of House Operations as well as supporting AV Operations Manager and Head Chef when required. To have first line responsibility for the delivery to the highest standards of client care through effective leadership of Events, Conference & AV Services, Cleaning and Maintenance. 

What You’ll Do:

Operations:

To be responsible for the Events & AV Operations team and Conference Services Team in all aspects of the operation of each department Operational account management of Top Pot clients to ensure consistent event experience utilising the Event Management Team  To support the Head Chef & Sous Chef in the execution of the venue’s food objectives To manage the venue upkeep both in terms of cleanliness and maintenance, driving forward the yearly, monthly, and unplanned maintenance requirements throughout the venue through the central team, conference services team and external contractors To ensure that each department works to maintain the highest standards of delivery and customer service in accordance with the company’s standards of performance policy To constantly monitor and review of Front of House operations systems, implementing improvements as appropriate To review as and when required all relevant Risk Assessments including fire, HACCP and COSHH

Sales:

To understand and implement the venues Selling Strategy including Upselling training and monitoring for operational reports Support in the account management of key clients obtaining and acting on intel gained  Provide assistance / lead on client show rounds where operational expertise would add value to the visit  

Personnel:

Leadership of the Events Operations Team and Conference Services Team and oversee staff rotas to ensure adequate staff levels at all times within budget To carry out twice yearly appraisals with direct reports and provide training and development plans.  To ensure that all direct reports follow HR procedures with their team To ensure that all team members receive adequate and statutory training to Health and Safety To ensure that all members of the Team complete all mandatory induction and Health and Safety training accompanied by the relevant documentation To ensure that all team members with the Front of House team adhere to the company’s health and safety policy To develop a good working relationship with the Central team To ensure effective communication between all FOH departments and with the wider venue To support in the management of the casual pool of staff 

 

Client Care:

Lead a customer focus culture within the venue to ensure that the highest levels of customer service are achieved within all operations teams To constantly monitor client feedback and ensure that records are being kept up to date To act upon negative feedback by providing action plans for improvement To ensure any complaints are dealt with professionally and expediently and offer compensation where appropriate

Financial:

To understand the venues financial budget and how the venue is performing to targets Be involved in the budgeting process of venue operating costs for the forthcoming financial year To possess a clear understanding of the company business plan and be responsible for ensuring that all targets are keep in line with the overall objectives either by direct management of FOH or support of BOH Be able to accurately forecast costs on a month-by-month basis   To be able to explain financial results and action plan where appropriate To ensure that all tracking and stock control systems are in place with effective stock rotation and monthly counts To control purchases order systems within operations To ensure correct and timely invoicing 

General:

To be available for staff briefings and company meetings and training To be available for weekend and evening work on a rota basis  To be become familiar with the work of the other members of the venue team and other departments

What We Look For: 

Commercial & financial management:

Assisting in the running a profitable venue to help towards the company vision

Operational management:

Understanding and leading the Client Service and Conference Service departments and teams

Client management:

Maintaining excellent client relations to ensure a successful venue. Operational account management of key clients

Leadership:

Build and maintain an excellent team to deliver the best service with team development at the heart 

Who We Are:

etc.venues is an established leader in urban day conferencing with venues across the United Kingdom in London, Manchester, and Birmingham, and in the United States in New York City. The company was recently acquired by Convene, a premium hospitality company that designs and operates meeting, event, flexible office, and membership spaces, growing its global network to 39 locations across nine cities and creating the largest single provider of dedicated premium meeting and event venues in the U.S. and UK.  Founded in 2009 with the goal of bringing hospitality and lifestyle into traditional commercial real estate assets, Convene partners with the industry’s top landlords to deliver increased value to their assets and premium experiences to their tenants. The company counts Ares and RXR Realty among its investors, and has been named one of America’s 100 Most Promising Companies by Forbes and a Best Workplace by Inc. magazine, Fortune magazine, and Built In.  Learn more at https://convene.com/ 

We’re Here For You: 

You'll Receive: 

Internal and external training & development 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and company sick pay Subsidised fitness membership Medical insurance  Interest-free loan for rail season tickets & further education Subsidised bicycle purchase through Cycle to Work scheme Employee wellbeing support and personal advice programme Subsidised eye care etc.venues Family lunch - fresh, healthy 'brain food' during your daily one-hour break

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Convene is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome people from all backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives.