We ensure you\'re rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:Contributory pension schemeGrow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmesQuick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefitsExclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many moreSave money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury\'s, Morrisons and many moreUp to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbusterReceive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brandsUn-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classesYou can share all discounts and offers with your friends and familiesWe are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Event Planner to join our dynamic team. This role will be pivotal in ensuring that our conferences, private functions, corporate events, and special occasions are meticulously planned and executed to the highest standard. If you have a passion for event planning, a strong eye for detail, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you.As an Event Planner, you will be responsible for the end-to-end coordination and execution of events, ensuring that they are delivered on time, within budget, and in line with client expectations. You will work closely with clients, chefs, service teams, and vendors to create seamless and memorable guest experiences while maintaining Compass\' commitment to quality and service excellence.Key Responsibilities:Lead the planning and execution of conferences, private functions, corporate events, and special occasions.Act as the main point of contact for clients from initial enquiry through to post-event feedback.Collaborate with chefs, operations, and service teams to ensure smooth event execution.Prepare detailed event proposals, run sheets, and floor plans.Coordinate with external suppliers and vendors as necessary.Conduct pre-event site visits and post-event evaluations.Ensure compliance with food safety and health & safety standards.Adapt to flexible working hours across seven days a week, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays based on event schedules.Monitor event budgets alongside the line manager, ensuring events are profitable.Person Specification:Proven experience in conference and event planning, ideally within a hospitality or catering environment.Exceptional organisational and multitasking skills.Strong interpersonal and client-facing communication skills.Ability to remain calm under pressure and handle last-minute changes with ease.Comfort with working irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.Knowledge of food service and catering operations is highly desirable.Proficiency with Microsoft Office and event planning software/tools.About UsPart of Compass Group UK&I, Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together.Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK\'s leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.Job Reference: com/2404/99073001/52734940/SU #RA VenuesCompass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!
