Join the Team Behind the Magic
Office & Events Coordinator
Leatherhead, Surrey | Part-time (3 days per week initially) | Opportunity to grow to full-time
Help Us Create Unforgettable Events
As Lavender Catering continues to grow, we’re looking for an enthusiastic, organised and personable Office & Events Coordinator to join our friendly team at our brand-new offices in Leatherhead.
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of an award-winning catering company that delivers exceptional weddings, corporate events, private celebrations and conferences across Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, London and the surrounding counties.
Every event we deliver is unique, and every day brings something different. From speaking with new clients and creating bespoke proposals to coordinating events behind the scenes, you’ll play an important role in ensuring every occasion runs smoothly from the very first enquiry through to the event itself.
If you enjoy building relationships, love organisation and thrive in a busy environment where no two days are the same, we’d love to hear from you.
About Lavender Catering
Lavender Catering is an award-winning outside catering company renowned for creating memorable experiences through exceptional food and outstanding service.
We are proud winners of the Surrey Hills Gold Award for Sustainability in Business, and we are passionate about supporting local suppliers, reducing waste and delivering events with creativity, professionalism and attention to detail.
Our clients include global businesses, luxury venues, private families and couples celebrating some of life’s most important occasions.
The Role
Working alongside our Head Chef and Director, you’ll become the central point of contact for many of our clients and help coordinate every aspect of their event.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Responding to new enquiries by telephone and email
- Speaking with clients to understand their event requirements
- Preparing quotations and bespoke menu proposals
- Coordinating weddings, corporate events and private functions
- Managing diaries and event schedules
- Liaising with venues and suppliers
- Preparing event paperwork for our kitchen and front-of-house teams
- Updating customer records and administration systems
- Assisting with invoicing and general office administration
- Supporting our social media and website updates where appropriate
- Occasionally attending events to support the team
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
- Friendly and professional
- Naturally organised
- Confident speaking with clients
- Calm under pressure
- Able to prioritise multiple tasks
- Positive, proactive and eager to learn
- Passionate about delivering exceptional customer service
- A team player with excellent communication skills
Skills & Experience
Ideally you’ll have experience in:
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- General office administration
- Customer service
- Preparing quotations or proposals
Experience within hospitality, events or catering would be an advantage, although full training will be provided for the right candidate.
Knowledge of Xero would also be beneficial but is not essential.
What We Offer
- A friendly and supportive working environment
- Brand-new offices in Leatherhead
- The opportunity to work on exciting weddings, corporate events and private celebrations
- Training and development
- Career progression as the business continues to grow
- Flexible part-time working with the opportunity to increase to full-time
- The chance to be part of an ambitious, award-winning local business
Hours
Initially 3 days per week, office based in Leatherhead.
There will also be the opportunity to occasionally support events during evenings and weekends, with the role expected to grow into a full-time position as the business continues to expand.
Salary
Salary dependent on experience.
How to Apply
If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been looking for, we’d love to hear from you.
Please send your CV together with a short covering letter telling us a little about yourself and why you would like to join Lavender Catering to melanie@lavendercatering.co.uk
