Events Administrator - Payne & Gunter

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE

Payne and Gunter is one of London’s leading ‘event caterers’ working in unique, iconic and greenfield site throughout the UK.  We are looking for a creative and focused individual to support our events team, have the ability to multi task, think fast and enjoy a challenge…..a good sense of humour essential!

On a day to day basis this role will provide an efficient and effective support function for the event administration requirements of the business.  Using the department resources available, work as effectively and efficiently as possible to ensure that the administrative support is provided to the agreed standards for Payne and Gunter.

KEY DUTIES

Handle telephone and email enquiries for the sales and operations team as directed – be polite, professional and friendly at all times with clients, suppliers and colleagues

Support the Operations team with event staff bookings and staffing related tasks

Support the Accounts Administrator with general events analysis pre and post event

Support the Sales team with marketing and social media activity

To produce menus and allergen tent cards for events in line with client/event requirements

To produce reports and presentations as requested by the sales and operations team

Attend client tastings – support the Operations team with set up, service, follow up notes and food photography

Support the Operations team with pre and post client event planning

Attend client events and support the Operations team as required to deliver and exceed client and venue expectations

Attend client meetings as requested by the Operations and Sales teams – gain an understanding of our venues and specific event details, support with any follow up notes

Support the kitchen team at Excel, London with general office administration as required

Research food trends and innovation – keep team updated on a regular basis

Support Operations team on HSE as required – site specific risk assessments and related tasks

To undertake ad hoc projects or work in other areas of the business as requested