Freemans Event Partners
Operations Events Manager
London, England•Full-time
£35,000+ annually
£35,000+ annually
About the Job
Operations Events Manager
Festivals & Events | Full-Time
Love fast-paced environments, great food, and leading high-energy teams? This could be your next move.
About the Role
We are a fast-growing street food and events business serving fresh, vibrant cuisine at some of the UK’s most exciting festivals and large-scale events.
As we prepare for the 2026 summer season and beyond, we’re looking for an experienced Operations Manager to join our team and play a key role in our continued growth.
We are recruiting for this role on behalf of one of our valued concessionaire partners.
The Role
This is a hands-on, full-time position combining:
- Festival operations (peak summer season, travel across the UK)
- Year-round events & corporate catering (primarily Greater London)
You’ll work closely with the senior management team to oversee operations from planning through to execution—ensuring smooth, professional and high-energy service on site.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Running day-to-day operations across festival and event food units
- Leading, motivating and supporting teams during busy service periods
- Managing rotas, staffing and scheduling across multiple events
- Overseeing stock control, ordering and cost management
- Ensuring food safety, hygiene and compliance standards are met
- Handling opening/closing procedures, cash-ups and reporting
- Coordinating builds, setups and pack-downs at festivals
- Liaising with event organisers, suppliers and site teams
- Working closely with production and logistics teams to manage stock flow
- Reporting on performance and contributing to operational improvements
About You
We’re looking for someone who thrives in high-energy environments and leads from the front:
- Proven experience in festivals, street food, or large-scale event operations
- Background managing high-volume food units, kiosks or concessions
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams under pressure
- Hands-on, proactive and solutions-focused mindset
- Passion for delivering outstanding customer experiences
- Highly organised with excellent communication skills
- Comfortable working weekends, festivals and outdoor events
- Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
- Willingness and ability to travel across the UK for events and festivals
- Food Hygiene Level 3 (or willingness to obtain Level 2 minimum)
What We Offer
- Salary: £35,000 per year + performance-based bonuses
- Permanent, full-time role with real growth opportunities
- ~35–40 hours per week (seasonal flexibility required)
- Opportunity to work at some of the UK’s biggest festivals and events
- A supportive, ambitious and collaborative team culture
- A fast-growing business where your ideas genuinely matter
- Partner discounts across hospitality
Apply Now
If you’re passionate about food, events, and leading teams in dynamic environments, we’d love to hear from you.