Evening​/Night Event Supervisor

Hours: Every event will differ, if we do not have an event, work will be done during the daytime/afternoon depending on availability.

Start Date: 2 nd April 2026

About Us

Blackbrook Barns is a luxury, family-run wedding and events venue known for exceptional service, high standards, and memorable guest experiences. We are looking for a reliable, confident, and experienced Evening/Night Supervisor to join our operations team for the 2026 season and beyond.

Role Overview

As the Evening/Night Supervisor, you will be the senior on-site contact during evening operations for weddings and events. You will oversee the venue, bar, staff, guest experience, safety, and close-down procedures. You must be available to work evenings, late nights (often until 2am), and weekends, as this role is entirely event-based.

Annual leave must be taken on days where no events are scheduled.

Key Responsibilities

Event Operations & Guest Experience

• Lead the smooth running of evening and night operations for weddings and events.
• Be the primary point of contact for guests, suppliers, and venue staff during evening hours.
• Ensure exceptional customer service at all times.
• Handle complaints professionally, promptly, and with confidence.
• Oversee and direct evening staff.
• Brief, motivate, and manage the team to ensure high standards throughout the event.
• Ensure all staff follow venue procedures and safety protocols.

Bar & Stock Management

• Oversee bar operations, ensuring efficient service and responsible alcohol management.
• Complete stock checks, audits, and restocking duties.
• Place or report stock orders where necessary.

Safety, Compliance & Manual Handling

• Ensure safety of guests and staff at all times.
• Carry out venue checks and monitor crowd flow and behaviour.
• Confidently manage emergency situations or incidents if they arise.
• Carry out manual handling tasks, including moving furniture, equipment, and stock.

Venue Close-Down & End-of-Night Procedures

• Supervise the close-down of the venue to the required standard.
• Lock up the venue securely and follow all end-of-night protocols.
• Complete end-of-shift reports and handover notes.

Administration & Communication

• Use venue systems for logging incidents, stock levels, and shift tasks.
• Communicate clearly with the daytime operations team for seamless handovers.
• Use basic computer software for emails, stock sheets, and reports.
• Previous experience in hospitality, specifically weddings or special events.
• Experience supervising or managing a team.
• Strong customer service and complaint-handling skills.
• Confident in bar operations and alcohol service.
• Competent in manual handling and physically able to move items safely.
• Organised, disciplined, and detail orientated.
• Comfortable working late nights (up to 2am) and weekends.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer literacy (email, stock sheets, reporting).
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and think quickly.
• Reliable, professional, and committed to delivering outstanding service.
• First aid training (or willingness to undertake training).
• Experience with wedding timelines and supplier coordination.
• Personal licence holder (preferred but not essential).

What We Offer

• Guaranteed work for every event (approx. 90 events in 2026).
• Supportive, friendly team environment.
• Training where required (e.g., first aid, manual handling refreshers).
• Opportunity to grow within a respected and expanding events venue.