Spook is a luxury event catering company based in London, delivering refined, seasonal food and drink with personable, exceptional service. For over a decade, we’ve partnered with the world’s most respected brands, organisations, and individuals, names like Prada, Hermès, Loewe, Gagosian, Apple and Sotheby’s. Our work is known for its creativity, elegance, and attention to detail.

Alongside our event work, we operate Archway, our neighbourhood Italian restaurant in Battersea. Listed in the Michelin Guide, Archway is celebrated for its ingredient-led cooking and monthly changing menus that champion the very best of the seasons.

JOB TITLE

Senior Event Manager

REPORTS TO

Founder & Director

JOB OVERVIEW

We’re seeking an exceptional Senior Event Manager to join our core team at Spook. This is a pivotal role, responsible for leading the delivery of large-scale, high-budget events from concept to completion.

You will act as the key point of contact for our clients, some of the most discerning in the world, and will oversee every detail of planning, logistics, and execution. You’ll work closely with our chefs, operations team, and suppliers to ensure a seamless, elegant guest experience.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with extensive experience at one of London’s top catering or event production companies, looking to bring their talent to a creative, independent team where they can make their mark.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Event Planning & Execution

• Lead the planning and delivery of complex, multi-layered events with a strong focus on quality, detail, and originality.
• Manage logistics, timelines, supplier relationships, and staffing to ensure exceptional execution across all touchpoints.
• Oversee post-event reporting and continuous improvement processes.

Client Engagement & New Business

• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, offering strategic and creative guidance throughout the event lifecycle.
• Build enduring relationships that foster repeat bookings, referrals, and long-term partnerships.
• Contribute to business development by pitching proposals and securing new high-profile clients.

On-Site Leadership

• Lead the front-of-house delivery at events, ensuring calm, confident execution with an eye on every detail.
• Motivate and guide junior team members, freelancers, and front-of-house staff to deliver consistently high standards.
• Solve problems in real-time with poise and clarity under pressure.

Financial Ownership

• Build, manage, and report on event catering budgets of over £150k, ensuring profitability without compromising quality or guest experience.
• Collaborate with our finance team to monitor event margins and forecast revenue accurately.

Venue & Supplier Relationships

• Strengthen and grow relationships with London’s most prestigious venues and suppliers.
• Help secure Spook’s place on exclusive venue lists through consistent delivery and proactive engagement.

ABOUT YOU

• Extensive Experience: Minimum 5 years in high-end event catering, with 1+ years in a senior role. You’ve likely worked at one of the leading catering or luxury event companies.
• Client-Focused: Adept at managing HNW and brand clients with discretion, confidence, and care.
• Commercially Sharp: Experienced in pricing, budgeting, and delivering strong event profitability.
• A Natural Leader: Calm under pressure, solutions-driven, and confident managing both teams and client expectations.
• Detail-Oriented: Nothing gets past you—you pride yourself on excellence, not just adequacy.
• Well-Connected: You know your way around London’s venues, planners, and event scene.
• Flexible: Able to work evenings, weekends, and long days when the job demands it.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary and year-end bonus
• Work from home on Mondays and Fridays
• A chance to shape events for some of the world’s most iconic brands
• Creative, collaborative working environment
• Daily lunches provided
• 50% off at Archway, our Michelin Guide-listed restaurant
• Annual away days and supplier trips
• Opportunity for career progression as we grow
• CODE Hospitality membership (discounts at 600+ restaurants, bars, hotels)
• Weekly yoga classes

If you're an experienced event professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-touch, design-led environment, and you’re ready to bring your talent to a company that values creativity, precision, and personality, we’d love to hear from you.