Silverstone
Hospitality Operations Manager (Décor and Creative)

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Hospitality Operations Manager (Décor and Creative)
Application Deadline: 31 July 2026
Department: Hospitality Event Delivery
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Silverstone
Reporting To: Senior Hospitality Operations Manager
Description
Job Purpose
To support the successful planning, coordination, and delivery of Silverstone’s premium hospitality products across motorsport and non-motorsport events.
The Hospitality Operations Manager will be responsible for managing operational planning, supplier relationships, infrastructure coordination, and event delivery requirements, ensuring hospitality operations are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.
Silverstone is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk and expects all team members and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and DBS checks at the appropriate level will be obtained prior to employment commencing.
Working closely with the Senior Hospitality Operations Manager, the role will support the successful execution of hospitality events through effective planning, supplier management, contract administration, and operational oversight.
Key Responsibilities
Client & Stakeholder Management
- Support the Senior Hospitality Operations Manager in the planning and delivery of hospitality events from contract handover through to event completion.
- Act as a key operational contact for hospitality clients and stakeholders.
- Support client meetings, site visits, operational planning discussions, and event briefings.
- Ensure all client requirements are accurately documented and communicated to relevant departments and suppliers.
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support successful event delivery.
Operational Planning and Delivery
- Support the planning and delivery of all hospitality products across motorsport and non-motorsport events.
- Take ownership of assigned hospitality areas and operational workstreams, ensuring all deliverables are completed within agreed timelines.
- Coordinate operational requirements across multiple departments to ensure readiness for event delivery.
- Develop and maintain event plans, operational schedules, planning trackers, and action logs.
- Support event-day operations and act as a key escalation point for operational matters within assigned hospitality areas.
- Assist with event setup, operational readiness reviews, live event delivery, and post-event close-down activities.
- Lead operational debriefs for assigned areas and support the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives.
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Creative, Décor & Fit-Out Coordination
- Work closely with the Production Team to support the planning and delivery of décor, fit-out, and branding requirements across hospitality areas.
- Coordinate hospitality requirements with internal departments and external suppliers to ensure all areas are delivered in line with operational needs and brand standards.
- Support the implementation of hospitality concepts, layouts, and environments across all hospitality products.
- Attend planning meetings with Production, Marketing, and suppliers to ensure hospitality requirements are captured and communicated.
- Review layouts and plans to ensure spaces are practical and support the intended hospitality operation.
- Monitor supplier timelines and deliverables, escalating any concerns to the Senior Hospitality Operations Manager where required.
- Support the management of décor, fit-out, and branding suppliers throughout the planning and delivery process.
- Ensure supplier information, schedules, and documentation are maintained and communicated to relevant stakeholders.
- Participate in post-event reviews to identify opportunities for improvements to hospitality environments and operational delivery.
- Support the ongoing development and enhancement of hospitality products and event spaces.
Supplier & Contract Management
- Manage relationships with hospitality suppliers, contractors, and service providers throughout the planning and delivery process.
- Ensure suppliers deliver against agreed contracts, scopes of work, service level agreements, and operational requirements.
- Monitor supplier performance and support the implementation of KPI and SLA frameworks.
- Coordinate supplier planning meetings, operational reviews, and event readiness checks.
- Support procurement processes by obtaining quotations, reviewing supplier proposals, and identifying opportunities for efficiencies and cost savings.
- Ensure supplier documentation, insurance, risk assessments, and compliance requirements are completed within agreed deadlines.
- Assist in the management of supplier agreements, contract renewals, and tender processes.
- Build strong supplier relationships to encourage innovation, continuous improvement, and value creation across the hospitality portfolio.
Financial & Commercial Management
- Support the Senior Hospitality Operations Manager in managing operational budgets and expenditure.
- Track supplier costs and event spend to ensure budgets are controlled and financial targets are achieved.
- Ensure purchase orders, invoices, and supplier documentation are processed in accordance with company procedures.
- Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiencies and reduce costs without impacting service delivery.


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Compliance & Governance
- Ensure hospitality suppliers and contractors comply with company policies, procedures, and event regulations.
- Support contractor accreditation and operational compliance processes.
- Ensure all required operational documentation is completed accurately and within agreed timelines.
- Support health and safety planning and ensure operational activities are delivered in accordance with venue requirements and legislation.
Team Standards & Responsibilities
- Support the Senior Hospitality Operations Manager in delivering departmental objectives.
- Provide guidance and support to Hospitality Coordinators, Event Executives, and temporary event staff.
- Foster a positive and collaborative working culture across the hospitality team.
- Lead by example through professionalism, accountability, and operational excellence.
- Support the development of team members through coaching, knowledge sharing, and best practice.
Key Relationships
- Senior Hospitality Operations Manager
- Hospitality Sales Team
- Catering Team
- Public Events Team
- Marketing Team
- Finance Department
- Revenue and Ticketing Team
- IT Department
- Venue Team
- External suppliers
Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise
Required
- Minimum 3 years' experience within hospitality, venue, or event operations.
- Experience delivering large-scale hospitality or live events.
- Experience managing suppliers and contractors.
- Strong organisational and project management skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Commercial awareness and understanding of event budgets.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- Flexible approach to working hours, including weekends and event periods.
- Accepts and meets stretching targets
Desirable
- Experience within a premium hospitality environment.
- Experience working within motorsport, sports, or large event venues.
- IOSH qualification.
- First Aid qualification.
- Experience working with CRM, ticketing, and event management systems.
Behaviours & Competencies
- Professional and confident communicator.
- Strong organisational and planning skills.
- Proactive and solutions driven.
- Collaborative team player.
- Calm under pressure.
- Takes ownership and accountability.
- Demonstrates initiative and continuous improvement.
- Builds positive relationships with stakeholders and suppliers.
- Delivers consistently high operational standards.
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