We are looking for an experienced Events Supervisor to join the Benugo team at the prestigious Nomura offices in the City.

This role will cover running a variety of events for Nomura and building tenants, for up to 300 people; attending pre-event meetings with clients; detailed planning, liaison with event host, hospitality team including the kitchen, suppliers, distribution of event related information, supervision of support staff, keeping client up to date , and provide post event feedback.

The ideal candidate must have previous experience running events within a similar operation and managing people.

Salary: £32,000 per annum plus overtime

Contract: Full Time/ Permanent

Monday to Friday / 45 hours / includes evenings

About the Events Supervisor role:

• To plan, organize and deliver a successful operation of the events, dining rooms and other areas within the events department with the assistance of the relevant department heads – with a more directed focus on the internal operation of the building
• To liaise with other key personal, including, events and sales department to deliver service that meets and exceeds client’s expectations.
• To brief the events team on all aspects of the business and to oversee the running of all events, workings lunches and dining.
• To meet clients on arrival making sure that the event is as they require and ensuring that any on the day changes are passed on to the relevant people where necessary.
• To train or provide training to the staff to ensure they operate in accordance with Benugo standards.
• To liaise with key people in all necessary areas (kitchen, events, reception, etc…) of the business to ensure the provision of food and service is consistent and in line with menu/standards pre-agreed.
• To monitor that all staff present themselves correctly dressed for duty and are well groomed whilst on duty.
• Deputize for the manager in his/her absence.
• Ensuring high levels of Food and Health & Safety are always maintained.

About the ideal candidate:

• Previous experience in a similar role is required.
• Excellent communicator with the ability to motivate and inspire.
• Strong customer & client service skills.
• Strong presentation skills
• PC literate and proficient in Outlook, Word & Excel
• Strong team player.
• Enthusiastic about working in a dynamic and fast paced environment.
• Passion for food and wine is a plus!