Role Overview
- As an Event & Catering Lead, you will play a key role in elevating our clients experience at every touchpoint through thoughtfully-planned and flawlessly executed events.
- Based within our passionate F&B team in Dubai, you'll work at events throughout Dubai and Abu Dhabi, ensuring the set-up, service, and small-scale food preparations consistently delight our guests.
- Your positive attitude, attention to detail, and sincere commitment to customer happiness will set you apart as the face of our event operations.
Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end event and catering operations including set-up, food and beverage preparation, and guest service.
- Support basic food preparation such as blending smoothies, juices, and assembly of grab-and-go menu items.
- Maintain the highest standard of cleanliness and food safety throughout all event stages.
- Train and supervise event staff, ensuring an uplifting and collaborative working environment.
- Communicate effectively with clients and team members to deliver tailored and memorable events.
- Troubleshoot on-site issues swiftly and professionally to ensure seamless event experiences.
- Monitor inventory, manage event supplies, and liaise with vendors as necessary.
Must have requirements
- Previous experience in event operations, catering, or hospitality within food and beverage settings.
- Comfortable with hands-on food prep such as blending smoothies, juices, and assembling light menu items.
- Outstanding customer service orientation with a genuine desire to make people happy.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proactive, energetic, with the ability to stay organized under pressure.
- Flexible to work variable shifts, including weekends and evenings as required for events.
- Fluent in English, both spoken and written.
Nice to have requirements
- Basic barista or mixology skills.
- Experience leading small teams in high-volume event environments.
- Familiarity with food safety certifications (e.g., BFHT).
- Knowledge of local F&B trends or wellness-oriented menu items.
- Ability to speak additional languages relevant to the region.
Perks and Benefits
- Dynamic and supportive team culture focused on employee wellness.
- Opportunities for growth within the F&B and event operations sector.
- Access to meals and beverages during work hours.
- Employee discounts on products and catering services.
- Attractive compensation and incentives for outstanding performance.
