Trackside Hospitality Manager – Global (Formula 1 Circuit)
Greycoat Lumleys is recruiting for a rare opportunity to lead world-class hospitality delivery at the pinnacle of international sport, working across the global Formula 1 calendar.
We are seeking an exceptional Trackside Hospitality Manager to take full ownership of VIP guest experience, operational delivery, and team leadership across international race locations. This is a high-impact, client-facing role requiring precision, energy, and absolute attention to detail.
The Role
You will be responsible for the end-to-end execution of premium trackside hospitality programmes, ensuring flawless delivery across VIP, Paddock, and Club Suite environments.
Acting as the senior on-site lead, you will oversee all front-of-house operations, manage large teams, and serve as the primary point of contact for key guests, partners, and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Event Delivery & Guest Experience
Lead the delivery of high-end hospitality programmes across international race events
Act as the primary front-of-house host for VIP guests, sponsors, and partners
Own the overall guest journey, ensuring exceptional service and brand alignment
Oversee Paddock, Paddock Club, and Club Suite operations
Operations & Logistics
Manage all trackside hospitality operations, including setup and breakdown at global venues
Coordinate closely with culinary, logistics, and technical teams
Ensure all hospitality areas meet operational and brand standards
Oversee supplier relationships and third-party service providers
Team Leadership
Lead, brief, and manage front-of-house and hospitality teams on-site
Recruit, train, and develop staff in line with brand standards
Deliver daily briefings and post-event debriefs to drive continuous improvement
Client & Stakeholder Management
Build strong relationships with VIP guests, partners, and internal stakeholders
Manage guest requests and ensure seamless execution at all times
Provide regular updates and reporting to senior leadership
Commercial & Compliance
Manage budgets, purchase orders, and cost control on-site
Ensure full compliance with health & safety, fire, and food hygiene regulations
Produce detailed event reports, feedback analysis, and performance insights
Candidate Profile
Experience
Proven track record in high-end hospitality or event operations, ideally within elite sport or global events
Experience delivering complex, multi-day, high-volume VIP programmes
Strong understanding of front-of-house service excellence
Skills & Attributes
Fluent in English plus French or Italian
Confident, polished, and highly professional client-facing presence
Exceptional organisational and leadership capability
Calm under pressure in fast-paced, high-stakes environments
Strong commercial awareness and operational control
Personal Fit
High energy, proactive, and solutions-driven
Passion for sport, live events, and premium experiences
Flexible and willing to travel extensively across the global calendar
Why This Role?
Work at the highest level of global sport and hospitality
Lead delivery across iconic international venues
High visibility role with direct exposure to VIP clients and stakeholders
Opportunity to shape and elevate premium guest experience on a global stage
Positioning Summary (for recruiters)
“F1-level operator” — not just events, but precision hospitality under pressure
Blend of luxury service + large-scale logistics + stakeholder management
Ideal backgrounds: F1 teams, elite sports hospitality, premium event agencies, luxury travel/chalet operators