Catering Events Manager

Lingfield Park Resort is not just a racecourse but the destination of choice for all events. Staging all weather racing, weddings, conferences and family events. As Lingfield continues to grow successfully you will grow with us. About The Role We are looking for a hands-on and organised Catering Events Manager to join our team, working under the leadership of the Catering Operations Manager – South. You will support the operational delivery of our venue, including racing, events and non-catering-led functions such as self-catered weddings. Working closely with our Operations and Catering teams, you will help deliver exceptional customer experiences and ensure events run smoothly. Key responsibilities

• Support the Catering Operations Manager – South in delivering a high-quality customer experience.
• Manage and deliver self-catered weddings and other non-catering-led events.
• Lead logistical set-up and delivery for events and racedays.
• Conduct show rounds and support customer engagement initiatives.
• Lead, train and motivate the casual workforce.
• Support Business Co-ordinators and wider site operations where required.
• Build positive relationships with customers and stakeholders, including members, owners and trainers.
• Ensure high standards of presentation, health and safety, and operational delivery across the site.
• Promote ARC's values, brand and Green policy. About You You will ideally have:
• A minimum of 2 years' experience in venue operations, events or a similar environment.
• Strong planning, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in event preparation, delivery and breakdown.
• Excellent attention to detail and a can-do attitude.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A flexible, hands-on approach and a commitment to working as part of a team. Work Perks
• 2 Annual Members' passes giving access to over 1,500 racedays
• Hotel discounts and complimentary golf
• Annual leave starting at 22 days, rising to 28 with service
• Pension & group life assurance schemes
• Healthshield – including 24/7 GP access & EAP
• Funded training & development opportunities
• …and plenty more! Join a supportive team and play a key role in delivering exciting racedays and events within a leading racecourse environment. If you have a disability that requires reasonable adjustments, please let us know; we will ensure that individuals with additional needs are provided reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions. We understand the value that diversity brings to our business and we are striving to create a working environment that is inclusive, psychologically and physically safe and ensures everyone can be heard and valued for their contributions. We are committed to making a consistent, top-down effort to be role models on what diversity, inclusion and belonging means in society.