Events Management Director

Events Management Director vacancy – relocation to Erbil, Kurdistan.

This is truly a life-changing opportunity for the right candidate! We’re currently recruiting for an Events Management Director for a newly established tourism organisation in Erbil, Kurdistan.

This position includes a full relocation package and a flight home paid for, per year. (Salary range USD £50,000 to £70,000 which equates to $61,280 to $85,400 tax free). You do not need to speak another language outside of English.

The Events Management Director role will encompass the entirety of what this tourism organisation aims to achieve, hence we are looking for candidates with relevant experience working in similar organizations such as Visit Dubai, Visit Saudi, Visit Jordan, Visit Rwanda etc. Their capabilities as candidates should include innovative thinking and approach to planning and implementing events that goes beyond traditional channels and captures the imagination of prospective tourists. They should be able to plan an event calendar that goes beyond traditional expectations.

Role breakdown:

Event Conceptualization and Planning:

Understanding Targeted Sectors:

Conduct in-depth research to understand the nuances of tourism, health tourism, city bus services, hotels, and restaurant industries.
Identify the specific needs, preferences, and interests of the target audience within these sectors.
Stay updated with industry trends and emerging concepts to incorporate innovative ideas into event planning.
Creating events calendars that aligns with the goals and the vision of the company, with ability to drive this calendar to implementation.

Event Design and Objectives:

Collaborate with stakeholders to conceptualize events that resonate with the respective sectors.
Define clear event objectives, whether it’s promoting tourism, showcasing health facilities, or enhancing city bus services and hospitality offerings.
Develop detailed event plans, including themes, activities, and timelines, ensuring alignment with sector-specific goals.

Event Implementation and Coordination:

Logistics and Vendor Management:

Coordinate all logistical aspects of events, including venue selection, catering, transportation, and technical requirements.
Manage relationships with event vendors and suppliers, negotiating contracts to ensure cost-effectiveness and quality.
Supervise event setup and teardown, ensuring smooth operations before, during, and after the events.

Participant Engagement and Experience:

Design engaging programs and activities tailored to the interests of attendees from tourism, health, transportation, and hospitality sectors.
Foster interactive sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities to enhance participant experience.
Collect feedback from participants to evaluate event success and identify areas for improvement.

Required skills/experience:

Required Skills and Qualifications: Proven experience in event management (7 years)
Strong organisational and multitasking skills
Bachelor’s degree in Event Management or related field
Proficiency in English is mandatory; proficiency in Kurdish and Arabic is an advantage

Kitchen Assistant

We have a rare and fantastic opportunity for an experienced Kitchen Assistant to join one of the North East’s most popular visitor attractions.

Nestled in the heart of Alnwick you will find this truly unique venue which boasts over 350,000 books, a miniature railway and a café. You will be joining a fantastic team of staff who are all passionate about keeping this venue thriving. Working under the venue’s head chefs, you will provide much needed support catering for a large proportion of their 400,000 yearly visitors.

Role specifics;

Shifts are EITHER; 5 x 8hr days OR 4 x 9 hr days
£11.79 rising to £13.95 depending on experience
180-250 covers a day
6pm latest finish every day
Operating hours are 8:30am-5/6pm
Buffet / Café style menu / Set menu
Working 1 x day a weekend

If you are interested in knowing more / registering your interest please get in touch with lucy@adkinscheurfi.co.uk or give us a call on 0191 5166118.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £11.79 to £13.95

Benefits:

Company events
Company pension
Gym membership

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £11.79-£13.95 per hour

Wedding and Events Coordinator

We are recruiting for a Wedding and Events Coordinator on behalf of one of our clients based in Billingham, Stockton-on-Tees.

About our client:

This privately owned, highly successful Wedding and Events Venue is looking for a talented Wedding and Events Coordinator to join their growing team. This venue is steeped in history and is one of the most renowned destinations in the North-East.

In this role you will:

Work towards achieving overall targets set on the requirements of the business.
Arrange appointments and manage a day-to-day diary
Organise and conduct preliminary client show rounds
Produce and send information packs and quotes
Deal with all phone, email and walk in enquiries
Follow up on all above enquiries to ensure everything has been done to satisfy the clients’ needs
Have responsibility for wedding & event booking from inception to completion i.e. bedroom bookings, private dinners etc.
Maintain client effective records
Relay event information internally to ensure successful delivery of events
Updating summary lists, mailing lists & sales records
Invoice and securing payment within specified time frames

The ideal candidate will be/have:

Previous experience working as a wedding & event coordinator/planner
Educated to degree level
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A positive ‘can-do’ attitude
Good team working skills
Be career motivated with high standards
Prior experience in Guestline software would be ideal

Interviews to commence immediately, please apply for a confidential chat.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Up to £28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Gym membership
On-site parking

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Weekend availability

Sous Chef

We have a rare and fantastic opportunity for a confident Sous Chef to join one of the North East’s most popular visitor attractions.

Nestled in the heart of Alnwick you will find this truly unique venue which boasts over 350,000 books, a miniature railway and a café. You will be joining a fantastic team of staff who are all passionate about keeping this venue thriving. Working alongside the current chef, you will provide much needed support catering for a large proportion of their 400,000 yearly visitors.

Role specifics;

40 hours per week
180-250 covers a day
6pm latest finish every day
Competent to work in current chef’s absence for holidays, sickness etc
Operating hours are 8:30am-5/6pm
Buffet / Café style menu

If you are interested in knowing more / registering your interest please get in touch with lucy@adkinscheurfi.co.uk or give us a call on 0191 5166118.

Bar Manager

We’re delighted to be recruiting for a Bar Manager on behalf of an award venue in Gosforth.

This is a crucial role which oversees the daily operations of the bar and ensuring it’s success. Main responsibilities will include managing a team, maintaining quality customer service and overseeing financial aspects of the venue.

Effective management of the restaurants booking system, including group bookings, pre-orders and special occasions.
Deliver agreed sales and profitability targets
Team management including cost effective planning of resources using costed rotas and manage the recruitment, team’s performance, development and training.
Deliver a safe place to work according to the Health and Safety Policy including alcohol sales management – Challenge 25 policy.
Management of customer reviews and feedback, monitoring and responding as appropriate and actioning where needed.
Have a passion for delivering first-class customer service to all guests, and create a warm, inviting environment.
Possess fantastic attention to detail and work successfully under pressure.
Maintain order and cleanliness both behind the bar and in public areas.
Abide by company policies, Health & Safety, and Licensing Laws with the highest accuracy.
Successfully manage and coordinate our wonderful team, in a fast-paced and exciting environment.

The successful Bar Manager will have/be:

A minimum of 2-3 years experience in a comparable role
The ability to lead a team effectively, supporting inclusivity and developing employees within their roles
The ability to communicate across a range of mediums both within the team and with different departments within the organisation
Excellent analytical skills and the ability to identify issues and problems as they arise
The ability to problem solve and provide creative solutions to often complex issues.
The capacity to manage multiple priorities, often with competing deadlines, to successful conclusions
The capacity to work flexibly in line with the needs of the business
Excellent planning and organising ability.
Experience of working in a customer facing role and an understanding of the importance of delivering an excellent level of service.
The capacity to challenge and to initiate difficult conversations when needed.
An understanding of budgeting and forecasting in a catering environment
The ability to build positive relationships across teams and ensure everyone is working towards the same goal
The ability to work in a values driven organisation.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From £25,000.00 per year

Restaurant Manager

We’re delighted to be recruiting for a Restaurant Manager on behalf of an award venue in Newcastle.

This is a crucial role which oversees the daily operations of the restaurant and ensuring it’s success. Main responsibilities will include managing a team, maintaining quality customer service and overseeing financial aspects of the restaurant.

Effective management of the restaurants booking system, including group bookings, pre-orders and special occasions.
Deliver agreed sales and profitability targets
Support the department with interaction in the restaurants social media platforms to promote and develop the venue following the organisations social media policy.
Team management including cost effective planning of resources using costed rotas and manage the recruitment, team’s performance, development and training.
Responsibility for verifying daily takings and ensuring cash up sheets are completed correctly including and voucher or account sales.
Deliver a safe place to work according to the Health and Safety Policy including alcohol sales management – Challenge 25 policy
Deliver a food safe environment in accordance with the Food Safety Policy including management of the due diligence documentation and allergen process.
Collaborate with chefs/other managers to develop and update menus, taking into consideration customer preferences/time of year and cost effectiveness.
Management of customer reviews and feedback, monitoring and responding as appropriate and actioning where needed.

The successful candidate will have/be:

A minimum of 2-3 years experience in a comparable role
The ability to lead a team effectively, supporting inclusivity and developing employees within their roles
The ability to communicate across a range of mediums both within the team and with different departments within the organisation
Excellent analytical skills and the ability to identify issues and problems as they arise
The ability to problem solve and provide creative solutions to often complex issues.
The capacity to manage multiple priorities, often with competing deadlines, to successful conclusions
The capacity to work flexibly in line with the needs of the business
Excellent planning and organising ability.
Experience of working in a customer facing role and an understanding of the importance of delivering an excellent level of service.
The capacity to challenge and to initiate difficult conversations when needed.
An understanding of budgeting and forecasting in a catering environment
The ability to build positive relationships across teams and ensure everyone is working towards the same goal
The ability to work in a values driven organisation.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From £25,000.00 per year

Restaurant Manager

We are delighted to be recruiting for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Restaurant Manager to join our client’s busy operation in Wynyard.

*Please note this is a fixed term 12-month contract with possibility of another role being available within the business at end of FTC*

4-day working week!

About The Role:

As Restaurant Manager you will be passionate about presentation, guest experience and always delivering the highest standards. In this role, you will be responsible for the day to day running of the Restaurant. Reporting to the site Operations Manager this is an excellent opportunity for a career motivated and passionate candidate to join our expanding operation.

Our plot-to-plate restaurant focuses on our estate-grown produce and local suppliers to deliver an experience like no other. Located at the centre of our kitchen garden, our seasonal menu is curated by the fresh ingredients surrounding us on a daily basis to create truly authentic flavours.

We wanted to create a restaurant that was authentic and true to nature. As a result, our restaurant concept is a botanical celebration by both design and flavour. Enjoy a relaxed dining atmosphere with panoramic views over the kitchen garden or sit by the fire and enjoy one of our English wines perfectly paired with a selection of meats and cheese.

In this role you will:

Be responsible for the day to day running of the restaurant, training and encouraging the team.
Demonstrate excellent customer service skills
Have flair, be self-motivated and creative. Using our plot to plate concept and translating not only from the kitchen, but cocktail menu as well.
Have impeccable organisation skills, the ability to change and adapt.
Be comfortable with hands-on mentality with the ability to lead a team. Whilst creating a happy workplace environment for staff.
Have real sense of passion and pride for the concept.
Hold confidence in wine, cocktail and bar knowledge
Hold allergen and dietary awareness.
Be comfortable and confident in a busy environment.
Be able to communicate well with both the customers and the rest of the team.
Keen eye for detail.
Willingness to learn.

Skills / Experience

Strong verbal communication skills
Previous people management experience
Have experience working in similar role
Be career motivated with high standards

Why work for us?

We are a family run business
25% discount across estate
Career development opportunities in abundance
Fresh estate grown meal provided every day
Working in an idyllic and gorgeous location

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From £27,000.00 per year

Send your CV/Covering Letter to lucy@adkinscheurfi.co.uk or call 0191 5166118

Chef de Partie

Adkins & Cheurfi Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a busy city centre hotel in Gateshead for an experienced Chef de Partie.

About the venue:

Modern hotel situated in one of the UK’s most vibrant urban areas. Located on the dynamic riverside of Gateshead Quayside, our hotel is an inviting retreat for both business and leisure travellers. Situated behind the Sage Gateshead, Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, and Gateshead Millennium Bridge, we are within easy reach of the A1 motorway and walking distance to Newcastle City Centre.

About the role:

Are you an experienced Chef de Partie looking for a new challenge? We are seeking to appoint a Chef de Partie to join our vibrant team in providing quality food for our guests, this role will include a variation of morning and evening shifts as required.

The perfect candidate will have / be:

Previous Chef and Kitchen experience is essential – minimum of x2 years
A comprehensive understanding of all aspects of Health & Safety within a Kitchen, including but not limited to COSHH, HACCP and Risk Assessments
Excellent communication skills
Experienced at managing your own section in a busy kitchen
Be a team player as well as an individual worker
To be well presented and represent a high standard of competence at all times
Ability to effectively interact with management and team members in a professional manner

Company benefits:

Competitive salary
30 hour working week
City centre location

Interviews commencing immediately, apply now for a confidential chat.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Up to £12.50 per hour

Benefits:

Discounted or free food
Housing allowance
On-site parking
Relocation assistance

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Weekend availability

HR Assistant

We are delighted to be recruiting for a HR Assistant for a luxury retail store nestled in the heart of Pitlochry.

About the venue:

Renowned as Scotland’s most prestigious country store set in the Highlands of Scotland half an hour north of Perth. No trip to Scotland is complete without a visit to The Home of Country Clothing which offers a unique variety of shopping opportunities rolled into one.

About the role:

To support the HR manager in the delivery of all HR processes, procedures and projects. Ensuring that all administration linked to the HR department is completed and up to date. To be a point of contact for all staff, heads of department and managers, providing generalist support on a range of operational HR areas.

Recruitment, Selection and Induction

Assisting HR in creating job adverts by gathering information from managers.
Advertising vacancies on all job boards and agencies.
Forwarding applications to Managers for consideration.
Arranging interviews by liaising with manages and the applicant.
Gather feedback from interviews and communicating the decision to decline or offer to the applicant.
Liaise with managers to prepare for inductions.

Absence Management

Communicating employee health issues to management and first aiders when appropriate.
Notifying managers of any absence.
Ensure managers follow the return to work process.
Record return to work interview forms
Identify absence issues, gather all information and present it to HR Manager and relevant Department Manager.

Learning and Development

Arrange external training when required.
Assist with developing the HR function.
Promote own personal and professional development, attend training courses as required and lead by example
Present potential HR opportunities to HR Team.

Standards and Behaviour

Promote the highest professional standards and behaviours within the business at all times through own actions and attitudes.
Ensure that telephones are answered in a timely manner and in-line with the Telephone Training policy for both external and internal calls.

General Administration

Prepare documentation for meetings.
Update and maintain HR Diary.

Person Specification

CIPD qualified or working towards a qualification – desirable not essential.
Polite, friendly and approachable manner, well presented, leads by example.
To possess strong interpersonal skills.
Exceptional organisational and time management skills.
High degree of numeracy and literacy with an eye for detail and accuracy.
Ability to work autonomously.
Clear thinking and logical approach to problem solving with the ability to work within a fast paced changeable environment
Can work on own initiative and as part of a larger team to assist with facilitating change management

HR Recruitment Manager

We are delighted to be recruiting for a HR / Onboarding Manager for a luxury retail store nestled in the heart of Pitlochry.

About the venue:

The role:

To deliver the people management support of the venue. Responsible and accountable for the management of day to day operation of the HR Function by providing expert advice and support on all HR matters. To instigate, develop and maintain standards of behaviour and customer service delivery through effective management, leadership, motivation, training and development of colleagues.

To assist and collaborate with all other functions within the business to support the required business growth and to be proactive in the role of a Senior Manager in the Company.

Role and Responsibilities:

Overall responsibility and accountability of the HR Function, and HR assistant.
On boarding Specialist: recruitment, selection and on boarding of new employees
Develop effective HR procedures and policies to reflect business aims and focus.
Performance Management
Absence Management
Employee relations
L&D

Recruitment and Selection

Overall responsibility of the recruitment process.
Design key job positions and succession plans.
Gather and evaluate market data to measure the businesses competitiveness for salary reviews and benefits packages.
Coordinate work placement, intern and apprenticeship processes.
Support managers on all recruiting matters.

The perfect candidate will be/have:

Experienced HR professional, CIPD qualified or working towards a qualification.
Thorough, up-to-date knowledge of employment law.
Ability to work autonomously.
Must have significant experience of recruitment and on boarding either as a recruitment consultant or in-house recruiter.
Excellent people manager with experience of motivational management skills including coaching & development of subordinates.
Polite, friendly and approachable manner, well presented, leads by example.
Organised and methodical worker with good time management.
Exceptional planning and project management skills and experience.
High degree of numeracy and literacy, with an eye for detail and accuracy.
Clear thinking and logical approach to problem solving with the ability to manage in a fast paced changeable environment.