Events Planner - London, United Kingdom - The Ivy Collection - Support Office

The Ivy Collection - Support Office

Verified Company

London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

beBee Recruiter

Purpose of Role

The purpose of this role is plan and manage all converted events and handover all details to site operation with the goal of achieving outstanding feedback from clients and future repeat business.

Key Responsibilities:

Full organization of all event details relayed by the client
Maintain constant communication with the client and ensure all details are noted and expectations are managed throughout the planning process
Perfect the Events Questionnaire process to ensure all key information is captured
Keep all event documentation up to date
Meet clients on site reviewing key logistics and ensuring all details are captured
Sign off final event details with the client
Have a strong understanding of Food and Beverage offer working closely with the operations team to achieve solid preevent sales leaving the final upsells to be achieved on site.
Upsell premium menus and wines to clients in a tasteful way to ensure the best guest experience
Develop and negotiate partnerships with key suppliers and make recommendations to clients in order to produce unique events
Responsible for BEO pack distribution and updates to sites
Lead BEO weekly meetings and drive the team in achieve success with clear handover to operations
Maintain strong relationships with the restaurant team to maximise revenue and optimize occupancy of the private dining space
Attend networking opportunities with senior sales manager and head of sales/head of sales and events to represent the brand

Key Qualities and Past Experience: