Excel Recruitment is seeking a Venue & Events Manager for a senior role with a leading hospitality operator in Cork. The role involves managing high-end corporate events, match-day hospitality, and large public functions.
You'll lead a team, oversee food and beverage operations, and work closely with clients and internal teams to ensure seamless event delivery from planning to execution.
Benefits of the Venue & Events Manager role
1. Pension contribution
2. Free On-Site Parking
3. Free meals on shift
4. Enhanced leave benefits
5. Employee discount portal and wellbeing supports
6. Cycle to work scheme
7. Recognition events and long-term career development opportunities
8. Access to accredited learning and progression pathways
Responsibilities of the Venue & Events Manager
9. Manage and coordinate all catering and hospitality aspects of corporate and public events
10. Lead day-to-day front-of-house operations and event delivery for both large-scale and bespoke functions
11. Build strong relationships with client representatives, ensuring clear communication and smooth coordination
12. Oversee planning meetings, event run-throughs, and team briefings to guarantee high service standards
13. Manage budgets, cost controls, and financial reporting aligned with business targets
14. Uphold high standards in food safety, health & safety, and compliance across all operations
Requirements of the Venue & Events Manager
15. Previous experience in event and operations management, ideally in a corporate hospitality or venue-based environment
16. A strong understanding of corporate event delivery and client expectations
17. Experience working across multiple departments in a fast-paced, commercially driven setting
18. Proven ability to manage budgets, staffing, and compliance with professionalism and efficiency
19. A natural team leader who thrives under pressure and brings energy and structure to every event
20. Excellent communication and organisational skills with strong attention to detail
If you're a passionate and results-driven hospitality leader looking for your next challenge, we want to hear from you Apply with your CV below or call Kevin for more details. 087 381 3866
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