Southport Market is the vibrant food hall in Southport with 8 food units and a central bar along with a standout events space capable of hosting over 500 people. Since opening in 2021 Southport Market has fast become one of the standout hospitality venues in the Liverpool City Region serving amazing food and hosting outstanding events.  This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable work experience with an innovative and forward-thinking venue.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic individual to take the lead on sales and events for the venue. You must have a firm understanding of the events and hospitality landscape, excellent writing skills and the desire to learn. Along with:

• Knowledge of social platforms in the context of strategy, maximising engagement, and planning.
• Keen interest in events, with the desire to take on all types of tasks within an events environment.
• The successful candidate will be a confident, articulate and highly motivated person with a huge desire to learn.

Interviews to be held week commencing 21st April 2025.

Equal Opportunities

Sefton Council strives to ensure that our workforce is inclusive and representative of our communities. A diverse workforce is important to us, our staff bring with them a wide range of experiences, views, ideas, and innovations, and we are committed to providing an environment that recognises, respects, and values everybody’s identity, where individual differences are strengths and where everyone can thrive and maximise their potential. We are always open to learning and growing as an organisation, and we welcome new ideas and initiatives that promote equality, diversity and inclusion.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer; all candidates will receive equal treatment. Our decision to appoint will be based upon whether an individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities make them the most suitable candidate for the role.

GUARANTEED INTERVIEW SCHEME

Please note that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for these jobs (as given in the Person Specification) and who want to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme will be invited to interview.

If you are currently in care or have previously been in care, we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for care experienced people if you meet the essential requirements for the role.