Head of Sales and Events - UK & Ireland at Big Mamma | London | Rezi

Head of Sales and Events - UK & Ireland at Big Mamma

Head of Sales and Events - UK & Ireland

Big Mamma · London

1 weeks ago

Head of Sales and Events - UK & Ireland

Big Mamma · London

10 days ago
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About the Role

Drive and maximise Events & Private Dining revenue across the UK & Ireland. You’ll own country-level targets, lead a high-performing sales team, and ensure strong alignment between Sales and Restaurant Operations — turning demand into seamless, profitable, unforgettable experiences.

Responsibilities

  • Own and deliver country-level Events & Private Dining revenue targets
  • Monitor performance per restaurant and identify growth levers
  • Improve inbound conversion rates
  • Develop outbound pipeline and key account strategy
  • Ensure pricing consistency and strong profitability
  • Lead and develop the Events Sales team
  • Run weekly pipeline reviews and structured sales rituals
  • Coach the team on negotiation, upselling, and closing strategies
  • Build a performance-driven, accountable, and motivated sales culture
  • Build and nurture strong relationships with agencies and corporate clients
  • Represent Big Mamma at key networking and industry events
  • Position the brand as a go-to partner for premium, high-energy events
  • Ensure CRM discipline and data accuracy
  • Deliver reliable monthly and quarterly forecasts
  • Align commercial demand with operational capacity in close collaboration with restaurant teams

Requirements

  • A strong commercial leader with a performance mindset
  • Experienced in managing multi-site or multi-venue sales teams
  • Solid understanding of hospitality and events operations
  • Highly organised, analytical, and target-driven
  • Comfortable in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, hands-on environment
  • Confident balancing strategy with execution

Location

  • London

Work Type

  • Full-time

Experience Level

  • Leadership role

Salary/Compensations

  • Competitive salary package (fixed + variable)

Benefits

  • Comprehensive portfolio of benefits

About the Company

  • Big Mamma is a fast-growing Franco-Italian restaurant group known for its generosity, authenticity, and high-energy guest experiences.
  • With a strong presence across Europe, we are accelerating the development of Events & Private Dining as a key driver of growth.
  • The UK is one of our most strategic markets, with multiple restaurants and significant potential in the corporate and agency landscape.