Assistant Events manager

The Institution of Engineering and Technology is a multidisciplinary professional engineering institution. The IET was formed in 2006 from two separate institutions: the Institution of Electrical Engineers, dating back to 1871, and the Institution of Incorporated Engineers dating back to 1884.

As an Assistant Events Manager you will support with the successful delivery of the Food & Beverage Events Operation.

You will be mainly responsible for the set up of all events working afternoons and evenings so this does require someone who is flexible 

As a Assistant Events Manager you will receive the following industry leading benefits:

• 50% discount across Searcys venues
• Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme
• Up to 38 days annual leave (dependant on job role)
• Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
• Employee assistance programme
• Enrolment into Searcys Champagne School
• Meals provided on shift when working within one of our venue.
• Discount off overnight stays in London
• Your birthday off to celebrate in style
• A day off to volunteer / give back to the charity of your choice

Mostly Monday to Friday

Job Type : Full Time / 40 hours contract

Salary: £37,000pa

Key responsibilities

• Play an integral role in the successful delivery of events across the site
• To work with the Senior Managers, Kitchen and Events Operations team to plan, organise and deliver a successful operation of our events
• Ensure all events run as per the schedules laid out
• Act as an allergy champion
• Build positive working relationships & communication methods with key departments
• To brief the Hospitality team on all aspects of the business and to oversee the running of all assigned events 
• To meet clients and ensure their customer journey is flawless with meeting them on arrival making sure that the event is as they require. Also ensuring that any changes/amendments on the day are communicated on to the relevant people where necessary.
• To comply with all legal requirements with reference to (but not exclusively) fire regulations, security, licence requirements and any Local Authority or Client stipulations
• To carry out staff meetings. 
• To make sure a coherent handover is submitted for the events and any issues escalated to the relevant head of department. 

• Excellent product knowledge (food/beverage) 
• Experience in F&B operations
• A positive demeanour and attitude to solve problems
• Leads by example by acting professionally at all times 
• Excellent communication skills  
• Takes the initiative  
• Good time management  
• Supportive / Team player 
• Good presentation skills  
• Strong IT/Administration skills
• Excellent customer care skills

We are the oldest caterer in the UK, having been founded in 1847, working with us will give you an opportunity to be part of some of London’s most prestigious events, gaining insights and mentoring from skilled and experienced colleagues, as well as getting a chance to be part of a storied legacy in the hospitality industry.

A career at Searcys means you are part of something special, we are an employer with a rich history, and an established reputation which will provide you with an enormous sense of pride and belonging.

To find out more on the rich history of Searcys, please visit our website at www.searcys.co.uk