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Venue Director

Job details
Posting date: 24 April 2024
Salary: £100,000 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 24 May 2024
Location: Edinburgh, EH12 5PJ, Edinburgh, EH12 5PJ
Company: Elior UK
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 2023-58988_1713972523

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Summary

Join our team!

This role sits within our Stadia division at our flagship Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium site, the iconic home of Scottish Rugby. One of the largest & most unique venues in Scotland!

As one of the UK's leading contract caterers, operating across a wide range of sectors. High quality food & exceptional customer service are at the heart of what we do.

Boasting 24 flexible spaces & unparalleled facilities, including the city's largest banqueting capacity, dedicated conference & entertainment areas, & extensive outdoor spaces, our team delivers a bespoke, professional hospitality service.

What you'll be doing...

We're on the lookout for an experienced Site Director who's eager to shine in the hospitality scene, especially in Stadiums & Venues.

Ready to take your career up a level? Join us to start your next exciting adventure at Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium, where strategic thinking is mixed with endless creativity.

As the expert of operational excellence, you won't just craft amazing guest experiences but also drive revenue growth with innovative solutions.

Come be a part of shaping the future of hospitality at this iconic site, where your leadership will be the key to unbeatable success and remarkable achievements.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Strategic Leadership
  • Team Management
  • Financial Growth
  • Sales and Business Development
  • Compliance and Stakeholder Management

Working Pattern: 5 out of 7 days a week, including weekends and evenings to support events / matchdays

What can you bring?

As a successful Site Director you will embody the following skills:

  • Operational Leadership: Proven experience in senior operational management, inspiring large teams for exceptional service and commercial success.
  • Client Management: Excellent interpersonal skills with a passion for delivering an exceptional hospitality experience.
  • Commercial Acumen: In-depth knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and a strategic mindset for achieving financial objectives.
  • Adaptability: Balances a structured approach with resilience, problem-solving skills, and the ability to adapt to dynamic environments.
  • Sales Expertise: Strong sales background, adept at creating and implementing strategies for large volume events, demonstrating entrepreneurial spirit and detailed commercial acumen.
Our way of saying thank you...

At Elior, we strive to ensure that our colleagues feel appreciated & rewarded, which is why we offer generous rewards & benefits in exchange for your dedicated efforts.

FREE On-Site Lunches: Enjoy complimentary lunches, saving you time & money while ensuring you stay nourished & energised throughout the day.

Support Your Way of Life:

  • Flexible Working: We offer full-time & part-time roles, with varying shift patterns across the business. Allowing colleagues the flexibility to balance their personal & professional commitments
  • Holiday Allowance: Relax & recharge with 28 days holiday, increasing to 31 days after two years service
  • Family Leave: Prioritise family commitments with flexible leave options
  • Paid Charity Leave: Make a positive impact with two additional paid days for charity work

Big Enough for Growth, Small Enough to Connect:

  • Opportunities for career progression while developing a close-knit community

Supporting You Through Life's Ups & Downs:

  • Access mental health support & comprehensive wellbeing benefits

Keeping Finances & Wellbeing in Mind:

  • Life assurance, workplace pension schemes, discounts, cashback, entertainment, leisure discounts, & a cycle-to-work scheme
Why it's great to work for us...

Elior is a multi-award-winning people business and one of the UK's leading contract caterers, with over 10,000 colleagues operating across a diverse range of sectors including:

  • Workplaces & Office Space
  • Sporting Venues & Stadiums
  • Attraction & Heritage Sites
  • Public Sector & Defence
  • Health, Care & Hospitals
  • Schools, Colleges & Universities

Along with our purpose of enriching lives everywhere, every day, we're committed to an inclusive culture and want our people to feel appreciated, supported, and fulfilled.

That's why 85% of colleagues tell us how proud they are to work for us!

Elior Celebrates Equality Our aim is to celebrate a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion, continuing to make Elior a great place to work!

Every colleague has a distinctive set of values, skills, and aspirations. To ensure that we attract, develop, and retain best people from the widest possible talent pool we're committed to providing an inclusive environment where our colleagues fulfil their potential and have the opportunity to succeed.

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