Overview
Events Team Member – Victoria & Albert Museum – London, England
Company Description
When we founded Benugo 25 years ago we had a vision of not just creating superb, natural food but of giving London something that was a real experience.
This vision is still true today. The Benugo brand stretches from our own award-winning high street stores to cafes and restaurants within some of the world’s best loved public spaces and visitor attraction.
Find out more about us at www.benugo.com
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Events Team Member to handle the set up and service of catering for meetings, conferences, workshops and receptions at Victoria & Albert Museum
About the Events Team Member role:
- To Assist in setting up and breaking down events spaces, including table arrangements and buffet stations.
- To set up and service of coffee, teas, beverages and food for meetings and conferences. Efficiently manage the arrangement of breakfast and wine receptions, maintaining exceptional presentation and service standards.
- To support events staff during receptions, ensuring seamless delivery of service in accordance with clients expectations. Provide ongoing guidance and support to uphold excellent service throughout each event.
- To brief the events team on event details, including timings, clients requirements and service expectations.
- To maintain cleanliness and storage of crockery, glassware and other catering equipment following daytime deliveries and setups. Ensure all items are thoroughly cleaned, properly stored and prepared for future use.
- To maintain high standards of food safety and health regulations at all times.
- To assume managerial responsibilities in the absence of the manager, ensuring continuity of service and operations.
About the ideal candidate:
- Previous experience in a similar role is required.
- Enthusiastic about working in a dynamic and fast paced environment.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Excellent communicator with the ability to motivate and inspire.
- Flexibility to work on events as and when required.
- Passion for food and wine is a plus!
We Offer:
Rate: £12.50 per hour
Contract: Full time/ Permanent
Qualifications
- Minimum 1Â years experience in similar roles
- Excellent product knowledge (food/beverage)
- Experience in running large events
- Leads by example by always acting professional.
- Excellent communication skills
- Takes the initiative
- Excellent time management
- Supportive / Team player
- Strong presentation skills
- Excellent customer care skills
Additional Information
Benugo has built a culture of inclusivity & progression for all employees. Not only have we retained our family-feel culture, but we also offer a range of benefits including:
- Free lunch on shift
- Â Free tea and coffee at any Benugo location
- Competitive rate
- Life Assurance
- Company annual leave
- Opportunity to develop and further your career within a fast growing an exciting company with a very prestigious list of clients
- Employee discounts at several retailers (via Hapi app) & fitness providers
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme & our trained Mental Health First Aiders
If this sounds like the role for you, apply now!
