Job Description

Job Summary

Events Manager

The Staff Canteen (TSC)

Location:

Hybrid (UK)

Job Type:

Full-time

Salary:

Competitive, dependent on experience, plus BONUS

About Us

The Staff Canteen is the UK's leading digital-first media platform for chefs, front-of-house professionals and hospitality leaders. We deliver industry news, long-form features, videos, social content, live events and community-focused storytelling to an audience of more than 500,000 hospitality professionals.

Our

live events programme

is thriving and will continue to be a major part of our portfolio in 2026, including our Networking Lunches for chefs and front of house professionals, bespoke partner events and our annual live Awards ceremony. Live events remain central to how we connect, celebrate and champion the UK hospitality community.

About the Role

As

Events Manager

, you will lead the planning, hosting and delivery of The Staff Canteen's live events across the UK. You will be responsible for creating exceptional guest experiences, managing logistics and suppliers, fulfilling sponsor requirements and delivering events that reflect the quality and ambition of the The Staff Canteen brand.

This role requires strong organisation, confident hosting skills and the ability to manage multiple timelines and stakeholders with precision. You will research and build attendee pipelines, use LinkedIn and AI tools to support outreach, and collaborate with editorial, video and partnerships teams to ensure events are delivered seamlessly and professionally.

Key Responsibilities

Plan, organise and deliver live events from start to finish Host events confidently, delivering introductions and guiding event flow Coordinate venues, suppliers, logistics, schedules and budgets Build and manage attendee lists using LinkedIn and industry research Use AI tools to support outreach and audience growth Ensure sponsor requirements are fulfilled and professionally delivered Manage CRM records, invitations and guest communications Collaborate with editorial, video, sales and operations teams Lead on-site setup, coordination and event-day execution Produce post-event feedback, reports and recommendations Maintain exceptional time management across all event timelines

Skills & Experience Essential

Experience in planning and delivering live events (minimum 2+ years) Confident public speaker with experience hosting events Strong organisational and logistical planning skills Excellent time management -- for self and coordinating others Comfortable using LinkedIn for research and attendee sourcing Ability to use AI tools for outreach and workflow support Strong communication and relationship-building abilities Proficient with CRM systems, Microsoft Office and Google Workspace Professional, calm and confident under pressure

Desirable

Background in hospitality, food media, events or similar industries Experience working with sponsors or commercial partners Familiarity with social media activity at live events

Personal Qualities

Warm, confident and engaging when hosting Highly organised and detail-focused Proactive and solutions-driven Comfortable working in fast-paced, people-oriented environments Professional presentation and communication Ability to build strong relationships with chefs, FOH teams, operators and partners

Additional Requirements

Willingness to travel across the UK for events Occasional evening work for event delivery Represent The Staff Canteen with professionalism at all times

How to Apply

Please submit:

Your CV A cover letter explaining your event management experience
Applications can be submitted directly through Indeed or sent to:

mark@thestaffcanteen.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 30,000.00-35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Casual dress Company events Company pension Employee discount Free parking On-site parking
Experience:

Events management: 2 years (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Eastleigh SO53 3YJ