Event venue manager Work, Jobs in Desford, Lec (with Salaries)

General manager for a leisure and Bar venue
Stout and Stone Inns —Burton-On-Trent
- £35,000 - £40,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Hospitality
- Bar
- Management
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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3d
Circuit Manager
Motorsport Vision —Castle Donington
- Weekend availability
- Organisational skills
- IT
- Free parking
- Employee discount
9d
Outdoor & Large Scale (Commercial Events Manager)
Anglian Water Services Ltd —Oakham
- From £47,000 a year
- Full-time
- Annual leave
Sports Centre & Community Manager
P & E Sports Lettings Ltd —Rugby
- £26,000 - £27,500 a year
- Weekend availability
- Childcare
- Supervising experience
- Working with children
- Free parking
- Gym membership
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4d
Meetings and Events Project Manager
Emota —Ashby-De-La-Zouch
- Travel
- Annual leave
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3d
Hospitality Events Manager
The Kitchen & Co —Sutton Coldfield
- £35,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Hospitality
- Organisational skills
- In-person
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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2d
Event Manager, Global Enterprise Events
Xylem —Nottingham
- Full-time
- Marketing
- Project management
- Bachelor's degree
Hotel Manager
The Falcon Hotel —Uppingham
- £37,500 a year
- Weekend availability
- Hotel
- Supervising experience
- Human resources
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3d
Cricket Development Officer- Clubs & Volunteers
Derbyshire Cricket Foundation —Derby
- £25,000 - £26,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Microsoft Excel
- Project management
- Driving
- Flexitime
- Work from home
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5d
Race Director
Daytona Motorsport —Tamworth
- £11.25 - £14.75 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Management
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
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13d
Food & Beverage Team Member
Quorn Grange Hotel —Loughborough
- £13.45 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Hospitality
- Customer service
- English
- Employee discount
- Sick pay
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2d
Hospitality Manager
Oak View Group —Leicester
- £32,500 a year
- Weekend availability
- Hospitality
- Management
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
Activities Manager
British Summer School —Oakham
- £780.42 a week
- Weekend availability
- Leadership
- School
- Annual leave
Event Marketing Manager
National Ice Centre & Motorpoint Arena —Nottingham
- Full-time
- Remote
- Management
13d
Meetings and Events Senior Project Manager
Emota —Ashby-De-La-Zouch
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Project management
- Annual leave
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3d
Keyholder / Duty Manager
The Trent Navigation —Nottingham
- From £13 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Hospitality
- Bar
- Management
- Employee discount
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9d
Nottingham Trade Activation Executive
Jubel —Nottingham
- £30,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Bar
- Public speaking
- Presentation skills
Hospitality Manager - Match day
Sodexo —Nottingham
- £18.15 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Hospitality
- Customer service
- Driving
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Track Marshal
Daytona Motorsport —Tamworth
- £8.05 - £12.75 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Hospitality
- Management
- No experience needed
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13d
Senior Meetings and Events Project Manager (fixed-term 12 month maternity leave contract)
Emota —Ashby-De-La-Zouch
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Project management
- Annual leave
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3d

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General manager for a leisure and Bar venue

Stout and Stone Inns -
Burton-On-Trent

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£35,000 - £40,000 a year
3 days ago

Benefits

Free parking
Employee discount
On-site parking

Qualifications

Hospitality
Management
Sales
Customer service
Continuous improvement
Personal Licence
Leadership

Full job description

Overview

We are seeking an ambitious, commercially driven General Manager to lead a dynamic leisure and hospitality venue that combines a premium cocktail and sports bar experience with interactive entertainment including axe throwing, virtual darts, mini golf, and beer pong.

This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on leader with a passion for hospitality, guest experience, and sales growth. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving revenue, maximising profitability, developing the team, and ensuring the venue delivers exceptional experiences that keep guests returning.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Performance & Sales Growth

Drive venue sales through proactive marketing initiatives, events, promotions, partnerships, and upselling strategies.
Develop and execute plans to increase footfall, repeat business, and customer spend.
Monitor and analyse sales performance, identifying opportunities for growth and improvement.
Take ownership of achieving and exceeding revenue, profitability, and KPI targets.
Build strong relationships within the local community and corporate sector to generate group bookings, events, and private hire opportunities.

Operations Management

Oversee all daily venue operations, ensuring smooth and efficient service across the bar and leisure activities.
Maintain the highest standards of customer service, safety, cleanliness, and presentation.
Ensure all entertainment attractions are operated safely and in accordance with company procedures.
Manage stock control, purchasing, and cost management to maximise profitability.
Ensure compliance with licensing, health & safety, food hygiene, and company policies.

Team Leadership

Recruit, train, motivate, and develop a high-performing team.
Lead by example, creating a positive and energetic working culture.
Conduct regular performance reviews and provide ongoing coaching and support.
Manage rotas and labour costs effectively while maintaining service standards.
Foster a culture focused on guest satisfaction, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Customer Experience

Create an exciting, memorable, and welcoming atmosphere for all guests.
Handle customer feedback and resolve issues promptly and professionally.
Continuously seek ways to enhance the guest journey and entertainment offering.

Skills & Experience

Essential

Previous experience as a General Manager, Venue Manager, or Senior Hospitality Manager.
Proven track record of driving sales growth and achieving commercial targets.
Strong leadership and people management skills.
Experience managing high-volume hospitality operations.
Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
Strong financial awareness, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and peak trading periods.

Desirable

Experience within competitive socialising, leisure, entertainment, or activity-based venues.
Knowledge of cocktail-led bars and sports bar operations.
Personal Licence Holder.
Experience organising events, promotions, and corporate bookings.

Personal Attributes

Highly motivated and results-driven.
Passionate about hospitality and guest experiences.
Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong desire to build sales and grow the business.
Energetic, hands-on, and visible leader.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Commercially focused with a proactive approach to identifying opportunities.

What Success Looks Like

Increased sales and profitability.
High guest satisfaction and repeat visitation.
Strong team engagement and retention.
Growth in corporate bookings, events, and local partnerships.
A vibrant venue reputation within the local community.

Pay: £35,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount
Free parking
On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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event venue manager jobs in desford, lec

General manager for a leisure and Bar venue

Circuit Manager

Outdoor & Large Scale (Commercial Events Manager)

Sports Centre & Community Manager

Meetings and Events Project Manager

Hospitality Events Manager

Event Manager, Global Enterprise Events

Hotel Manager

Cricket Development Officer- Clubs & Volunteers

Race Director

Food & Beverage Team Member

Hospitality Manager

Activities Manager

Event Marketing Manager

Meetings and Events Senior Project Manager

Keyholder / Duty Manager

Nottingham Trade Activation Executive

Hospitality Manager - Match day

Track Marshal

Senior Meetings and Events Project Manager (fixed-term 12 month maternity leave contract)

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