Catering Events Manager

Catering Events Manager

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Location: London
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 DOE + Overtime
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (45 hours per week)

Rocket Food is one of London's leading luxury caterers, renowned for delivering exceptional food and world-class service across some of the capital's most prestigious events and venues. From exclusive private parties and luxury brand launches to high-profile corporate and cultural events, Rocket Food is known for creating outstanding guest experiences with creativity, precision, and flair.

As a trusted catering partner within Unique Venues of London (UVL), Rocket Food operates across an extraordinary portfolio of iconic heritage and cultural venues, delivering premium events in some of the city's most sought-after spaces.

We are now looking for an experienced Catering Events Manager to join our team and lead the operational delivery of exceptional events across London.

The role:

This is a senior, client-facing operational role responsible for overseeing the seamless delivery of high-end events from planning through to execution. Working closely with the Sales and Events teams, you will ensure every event is delivered to the exceptional standards Rocket Food is known for.

You'll take ownership of event operations across multiple venues, managing teams, suppliers, logistics, and client expectations while maintaining a calm, solutions-focused approach in fast-paced environments.

Key Responsibilities
Lead the operational planning and delivery of a wide range of luxury events
Manage both Front of House (FOH) and Back of House (BOH) operations to the highest standards
Produce and communicate detailed event plans across departments
Brief, lead, and motivate teams of varying sizes on-site
Oversee service flow for high-volume dinners and events, including 500+ guest functions
Attend client meetings, tastings, and venue site visits alongside the Sales team
Coordinate equipment orders and supplier logistics
Ensure Health & Safety compliance, including RAMS documentation
Build and maintain strong relationships with venues, clients, and suppliers
Support recruitment, training, and development within the operations team
Contribute to operational improvements and efficiencies across the business

About You
Proven experience in event operations within luxury catering, hospitality, or premium xwzovoh events
Strong leadership and team management skills
Experience delivering large-scale, high-end events
Highly organised with excellent communication skills
Confident in client-facing environments
Strong understanding of event logistics and health & safety compliance
Calm under pressure with a proactive, hands-on approach
Passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences

Why Join Rocket Food?
Work on some of London's most prestigious and exciting events
Access to iconic venues across the UVL portfolio
Join a collaborative, ambitious, and creative team
Opportunities for progression and involvement in wider group projects
Competitive salary with overtime opportunities
Be part of a business recognised for excellence in luxury events and hospitality