Showroom Manager - Maternity Cover

Central London

£40,000 + Benefits

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a confident and personable Showroom Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of a flagship central London showroom. This is an initial 9 month maternity cover contract, ideal for someone with a background in retail or hospitality, who thrives in a client-facing, detail-focused environment.

Our client operates a high-profile showroom used to host events, product demonstrations and customer appointments within the professional catering and hospitality industry. You'll be the face of the space - ensuring everything runs smoothly, looks exceptional, and delivers a five-star experience.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the daily management of the showroom, including presentation, cleanliness, and maintenance
Host client meetings and support the wider commercial team during events and demonstrations
Manage bookings and ensure a smooth experience for visiting customers and stakeholders
Coordinate deliveries, samples, supplies and supplier relationships
Take ownership of health & safety, first aid, and security protocols as keyholder
Collaborate with marketing, purchasing and sales teams to support wider initiatives
Ensure all activities stay within agreed budgets

What We're Looking For

Experience in retail, hospitality, events or customer-facing roles
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - warm, confident and engaging
Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and a proactive mindset
Physically able to manage stock/sample movement and showroom presentation
A genuine interest in hospitality, food, and drink
Strong IT literacy, particularly with Microsoft Office
Able to commute to central London daily

The Offer

£40,000 annual salary
Benefits package
Dynamic, high-end working environment
A chance to work with a passionate and collaborative team
Opportunity to make a visible impact during a key period of coverage

To apply confidentially, please contact Rowan Kimmins at Cast UK:

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