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Catering Events Manager

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United Kingdom , London

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Salary:

40000.00 - 45000.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

Catering Events Manager Location: London Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 DOE + Overtime Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (45 hours per week) Rocket Food is one of London’s leading luxury caterers, renowned for delivering exceptional food and world-class service across some of the capital’s most prestigious events and venues. From exclusive private parties and luxury brand launches to high-profile corporate and cultural events, Rocket Food is known for creating outstanding guest experiences with creativity, precision, and flair. As a trusted catering partner within Unique Venues of London (UVL), Rocket Food operates across an extraordinary portfolio of iconic heritage and cultural venues, delivering premium events in some of the city’s most sought-after spaces. We are now looking for an experienced Catering Events Manager to join our team and lead the operational delivery of exceptional events across London. The role: This is a senior, client-facing operational role responsible for overseeing the seamless delivery of high-end events from planning through to execution. Working closely with the Sales and Events teams, you will ensure every event is delivered to the exceptional standards Rocket Food is known for. You’ll take ownership of event operations across multiple venues, managing teams, suppliers, logistics, and client expectations while maintaining a calm, solutions-focused approach in fast-paced environments.

Job Responsibility:

  • Lead the operational planning and delivery of a wide range of luxury events
  • Manage both Front of House (FOH) and Back of House (BOH) operations to the highest standards
  • Produce and communicate detailed event plans across departments
  • Brief, lead, and motivate teams of varying sizes on-site
  • Oversee service flow for high-volume dinners and events, including 500+ guest functions
  • Attend client meetings, tastings, and venue site visits alongside the Sales team
  • Coordinate equipment orders and supplier logistics
  • Ensure Health & Safety compliance, including RAMS documentation
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with venues, clients, and suppliers
  • Support recruitment, training, and development within the operations team
  • Contribute to operational improvements and efficiencies across the business

Requirements:

  • Proven experience in event operations within luxury catering, hospitality, or premium events
  • Strong leadership and team management skills
  • Experience delivering large-scale, high-end events
  • Highly organised with excellent communication skills
  • Confident in client-facing environments
  • Strong understanding of event logistics and health & safety compliance
  • Calm under pressure with a proactive, hands-on approach
  • Passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences
What we offer:
  • Overtime opportunities
  • Opportunities for progression and involvement in wider group projects
  • Competitive salary with overtime opportunities
  • Access to iconic venues across the UVL portfolio
  • Join a collaborative, ambitious, and creative team
  • Work on some of London’s most prestigious and exciting events
  • Be part of a business recognised for excellence in luxury events and hospitality

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 16, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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