​Event Jobs in Oxfordshire

A great opportunity to oversee the staffing of an established F&B provision at key fantastic venue and UNESCO world heritage site on a FTC (6-9 months)

THE COMPANY

Partnering with some of the most iconic large-scale events, festivals, and brands; this family run company supply event and stadium public catering and bar services on a large scale.

They support over 400 of the UKs best events and reach over 15 million people each year. Centred on the provision of on-the-go F&B this company offer varied services across their 7 divisions to deliver enhanced customer experiences for each of their diverse clients.

THE ROLE

As Operations Manager, you will be the driving force behind the successful execution of a variety of hospitality services, from corporate events to large-scale festivals and private parties. Working closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams, you’ll oversee the end-to-end operational delivery, ensuring every element is meticulously planned and brilliantly executed.

You’ll manage on-site bar and catering setups, coordinate staffing logistics, oversee inventory, and act as the point of contact between departments to ensure smooth communication and flawless delivery. Whether it’s working with the finance team to forecast stock requirements or aligning with marketing on brand activations, you’ll play a pivotal role in maintaining high standards, boosting profitability, and ensuring customer satisfaction. You’ll also lead and support your operational team with a hands-on approach – setting expectations, encouraging performance, and always keeping health and safety at the forefront.

THE CANDIDATE

We’re looking for a confident and capable leader with a strong operational background in high-volume hospitality or events. You thrive under pressure, keep calm in fast-paced environments, and have a track record of turning complex logistics into well-oiled operations.

If you have at least three years of hands-on experience managing teams in a customer-facing setting, a good grasp of food and beverage operations, and a commercially astute mindset this could be the ideal role for you. You're just as comfortable in the back office working on schedules and budgets as you are on the ground with your team. Your people skills are second to none – you can lead, coach, and motivate a diverse workforce while building strong relationships across departments. A sound knowledge of health and safety regulations and the ability to interpret data for post-event analysis will be key to your success.

A full UK driving licence is essential, as is a flexible approach to working hours – events don’t stick to the 9 to 5!

Key Responsibilities:

• Event operations  
• Communicate with clients ahead of the events
• Manage bar set-ups for festivals, conferences, parties, and ad hoc events.
• Implement and develop operational policies
• Oversee front and back-of-house operations
• Staffing, Rotas and training to staff
• Responsible for stock levels and ordering
• Monitor performance, provide direction, coaching, and troubleshooting as needed.

Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across events, experiential, and exhibitions.  If this position isn't quite what you're looking for please visit www.live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities, we are recruiting. Alternatively, if you know someone who would be perfect for this position why not take advantage of our £350 referral scheme.

Vacancy Reference MR14415

Hybrid working - A brilliant opportunity to join this thriving and growing company at a pivotal time in their development!

THE COMPANY

Our client, a well established and highly successful events technology business, boast a hugely impressive client base and are a real market leader in their field! After being founded over 30 years ago, they have provided the events industry with integral advances in registration technology and they are now embarking on another exciting journey of growth.

With a close knit and committed team and a business built on relationships and expert delivery there has never been a better time to come on board!

 
THE ROLE
 

Due to continued growth they are now seeking a Project Manager come on board  and  deliver seamless event registration services and technology solutions to their client base. A broad role responsibilities include:

• Managing the end to end delivery of registration services for multiple events
• Ensuring project deliverables and timescales across projects
• Client management including ensuring timescales are communicated effectively
• Working closely with internal teams
• Overseeing pre-event planning
• Venue and supplier management
• Travelling onsite for events ( when required) to build relationships
• Post event analysis and reporting

THE CANDIDATE

Candidates must have strong project management skills and an events background, with solid understanding and appreciation for the fact that event deliverables cannot be moved!  Knowledge of registration systems is not required but candidates must be able to manage multiple projects concurrently! Knowledge of data management, GDPR compliance and reporting tools would be an added benefit but is not essential. This role would suit someone who is not looking for the pressure of physical event delivery or going onsite but still wants to utilise their strong project management skills in an events setting! The role would also be suitable for someone with a solid grounding the events sector with and a high level of organisation!

In return, you will join a passionate and dedicated team where you will have the opportunity to develop a rewarding career, working with some of the best in the industry!  

Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across events, experiential and exhibitions.  If this position isn't quite what you're looking for please visit live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting.

As a specialist events recruitment agency we help our clients build the most talented and diverse teams in the UK. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, embracing diversity across all intersecting dimensions, including ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, well-being, abilities, and neurodiversity.

 We are dedicated to ensuring a supportive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodations for any reason, please do not hesitate to let us know