Conference and Events Logistics Manager - The ExCeL
Salary: £39,500 per annum
Benefits:
* Medicash - Healthcare benefits, including dental, optical and therapy treatments (includes up to 4 dependent children)
* Aviva Digicare - Free annual healthcare check
* Exclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site (Perks at Work)
* Entertainment discounts - up to 55% off cinema tickets
* Health & Wellbeing discounts - Discounts for Nuffield Health (20%) and Pure Gym (10%)
* Travel discounts - Discounts with holiday companies such as TUI and Expedia
* Shopping discounts - Save up to 15% at high street and online stores by purchasing Shopping Cards
* Meals on duty
* Vodafone discounts
* Pension scheme and Life Assurance
* Employee Assistance Programme
* 23 days + BH's and additional day off for your birthday
* 2 days additional leave, following return from Maternity leave during first year back
* Competitive and supportive family benefits
* Day off for baby's first birthday
* Holiday purchase scheme
* On-going training & development and career pathways
* Professional subscriptions paid
* Financial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance products
About ExCeL London: ExCeL London, the home of world-leading events, is enjoying a period of significant growth and is set to become Europe’s largest connected convention centre with the opening of a new extension in Autumn 2024, increasing capacity by 25%. To support this exciting expansion, we’re growing our world-class hospitality team that will help to deliver over 400 leading industry events every year.
Who We Are: Levy UK & Ireland is the vibrant and exciting sector of Compass Group, the world's largest catering company. We work at some of the greatest venues in the world, delivering legendary experiences in food, drink, and hospitality.
We are culinary champions - it's what we do and it's what we are passionate about. At the core of our work is the belief that sustainably sourced great food and drink, coupled with exceptional service is key to creating legendary experiences. Focused on 'doing the right thing' for our people and the planet, sustainability, wellbeing, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of what we do.
More about the role:
As our Conference and Events Logistics Manager, you will be running the logistics operation for all the variety of events taking place across the venue. You will ensure all setups go smoothly and all events break down effectively. You will be in charge of building back of houses fully equipped with industrial coffee machines, chilling rooms, and kitchen facilities, and be responsible for any piece of heavy equipment leaving the warehouse.
* Reporting to the Deputy Head of Logistics & BOH, driving changes, improvements, and new processes
* Ensuring the storage, transportation, and usage of the equipment is always in line with HSE methods
* Lead and manage the Logistics team in all aspects of the department and ensure standards are followed
* Responsible for the equipment stocktakes and all relevant financial outcomes
* Responsible for minimizing any rental equipment losses
* Alongside the BOH manager, prepare monthly reports on shortages in china silverware and equipment and requisition replacements as required while following budget guidelines
About you:
* Experienced in leading the implementation of change programmes to deliver operational benefits
* Comfortable working within brand guidelines to deliver results
* Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
* Excellent communication skills - able to influence all stakeholder levels
* Previous P&L accountability and evidence of commercial nous
* Exudes confidence, energy, and charisma
* Demonstrates flexibility and agility
* Calm and structured approach, coupled with resilience and problem-solving skills
* Entrepreneurial spirit
* Preferable forklift driving license holder
At Levy UK & Ireland, we take pride in fostering a workplace culture that celebrates diversity and promotes inclusion. We believe that our differences are our greatest strengths, and we are committed to creating an environment where every individual is valued, respected, and empowered.
Join us in our journey towards a more diverse and inclusive world, where every person has the chance to thrive and contribute their unique talents. Together, we can achieve greatness.
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