Account Director - Greater London - Green & Fortune Ltd.

Description

Following our appointment as the exclusive catering and hospitality partner for the new London Museum, we are looking for an experienced AccountDirector to mobilise and lead this exciting contract.

This is a senior, hands-on role with responsibility for the overall performance of the account. You will build strong, trusted relationships with the Museum leadership team, key stakeholders, partners, and building management, while working closely with the on-site Green & Fortune team to deliver outstanding day-to-day operations.

As a high-profile cultural destination, the London Museum presents a real opportunity for growth. Achieving and exceeding agreed targets, developing new propositions, and strengthening the partnership over time will be central to your success.

The person

The successful person will exude hospitality. Immaculate presentation and people skills are required. The ability to engage, support and lead conversations with the most senior people, as well as with all ranks within the team will be key. Financial management skills, excellent technical capability and the running of a confident and established team are essential attributes.

They must have sound leadership skills, clear decision-making processes and be highly organised. They will need to fully immerse in the London Museum vibe and become a trusted part of the team. They should have an excellent knowledge of the London food and drink scene, and have proven skills in understanding social media, marketing, and what's on trend. In addition, experience of large scale events delivered to a high standard is a distinct advantage.

The appointed individual needs the flexibility to work within the business needs to deliver superlative outcomes. This is a high profile opening and the successful candidate will need to commit fully to the demands of a seven-day-a-week operation with a creative programme that has a fully integrated food and beverage provision.

This is an opportunity to be part of something groundbreaking – a new kind of museum where the present is as important as the past.

Key Responsibilities

Operations

• Deliver exemplary f & b operations across the Museum
• Constantly review, innovate and deliver change into our food and beverage programme
• Be the face of the business across the site
• Lead and progress companywide initiatives - training, sustainability, staff welfare
• Lead on event sales initiatives
• Liaise with the Museum team at all levels and manage the relationship on behalf of G & F

Team Management

• Recruit, lead and direct the senior team.
• Have good relations with all staff across the business
• Ensure great relations at all levels of the team to keep a grassroots approach to communication

Financials

• Full P & L accountability for the site
• Analytical review and report writing
• Driving event and retail sales across the sites
• Cost management

Relationships

• Work hand in hand with all stakeholders
• Be Green & Fortune's lead contact on day to day communications across both sites
• Network within the Museum team, to build your profile and that of Green & Fortune

Creative Programme

• Pro-actively lead all current and future creative projects with the assistance of the Marketing and Partnerships Manager
• Be able to select, lead and support new business partners
• Manage the existing team to deliver successful outcomes in line with the budgets

General

Whilst clearly focused on business outcomes, culture is very important to all of us at Green & Fortune. An integral part of our success has been the softer side of business. We enjoy coming to work, have a passion for hospitality, a respect for what each person brings and have fun along the way. This kind of attitude absolutely helps us achieve the objectives required for a successfully run business. People and personality are key to what we do. Leading from the front is key to this.

This role is an operational position and the successful individual will be required to work in and around the business.

The package

• Salary dependent on experience
• Bonus Potential of £12,000 per annum
• 25 days holiday
• Health insurance
• Life insurance

A little bit about us

At Green & Fortune, we don't do catering. We do moments. Memories. True hospitality from expert hands. Custom, quality, never cookie cutter.

Proudly independent and established in 2008, we bring nearly 20 years of successful events, strong partnerships, and countless moments of high-quality hospitality.

We are hands-on operators, creating tailored hospitality experiences across restaurants, cafés, bars, event venues, and workplace buildings in London.

Hospitality is about more than what's on the menu. It's about delivering the best experiences, the best produce, and the best moments to every guest. We are hosts, chefs, mixologists, and marketeers. Front of house and behind the scenes. Producers of unforgettable events and champions of London's best suppliers.

We know hospitality is more than a job. It's a lifestyle, a passion, and a vocation. That's why we build teams who care deeply about service and take pride in creating exceptional experiences. Our team of industry experts supports and empowers every employee to grow and thrive.

Sustainability runs through everything we do, from gate to plate sourcing to reducing waste and supporting our communities. We cook seasonal, thoughtful food and care for our planet in the same way we care for our people.

Green & Fortune is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and fully support candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments, please contact our People team at

We appreciate every application received. Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted.

Our ESG Commitment

We embed sustainability and responsibility into everything we do, from reducing our environmental impact to supporting our people and local communities. Caring for our people, our communities, and the planet is part of everyday life at Green & Fortune, and every team member plays a role in this.