Head of Marketing - Restaurants

Oak View Group is reinventing the way the world comes together.

Driven by a passion to revolutionise the live events industry with dynamic thinking and an unshakeable dedication to those we serve, OVG turns up the volume on what makes life extraordinary.

From inspired development to curated hospitality, from brand innovation to premium for all, OVG is setting new standards and redefining expectations for everyone.

Part of OVG, RHC is a leading premium hospitality collective, renowned for delivering exceptional food, beverage and event experiences across some of the world’s most iconic venues and prestigious destinations, including Sky Garden and the Royal Albert Hall.

Role Purpose

Head of Marketing, Restaurants - Rhubarb Hospitality Collection

With five major restaurant openings planned for 2027, this is a hugely exciting time to join Rhubarb Hospitality Collection. We are looking for an experienced marketing leader to help shape and strengthen our restaurant portfolio, build compelling brands, and successfully take new concepts to market across the UK.

You'll drive the marketing strategy across our growing portfolio of premium restaurant brands, playing a pivotal role in both existing venues and future openings.

• Developing and delivering market strategies for new restaurant openings, including five major launches planned for 2027.
• Building, positioning and evolving distinctive restaurant brands that reflect each concept's personality and target audience.
• Driving awareness, guest acquisition, occupancy and revenue through effective marketing activity.
• Leading, coaching and developing the marketing team
• Presenting marketing strategies and campaign results to senior leadership.

We're looking for an experienced marketing professional with a proven track record of launching, positioning and growing successful restaurant brands.

• Significant marketing experience within the UK restaurant and hospitality industry
• Proven success developing and launching hospitality concepts and brands.
• Strong understanding of consumer behaviour, brand building and guest acquisition strategies.
• A commercially minded approach, with the ability to connect marketing activity with business growth and revenue generation.
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills and confidence influencing at senior level.

Good to Know

We operate a hybrid working model with 3 days per week in our Central London office and 2 days working from home. We are offering a competitive salary dependent on experience including a bonus scheme.

Our employee benefits package includes a 5% salary sacrifice pension scheme, alongside a comprehensive range of wellbeing, lifestyle and financial benefits. From day one, you'll receive private healthcare through Vitality (with a £100 excess), access to a 40% discount on Nuffield Health, Virgin Active and PureGym memberships, and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing helpline.

Employees also enjoy a 40% food and beverage discount across selected Rhubarb venues, as well as access to EV leasing and Cycle to Work schemes. We are committed to supporting career growth through regular salary reviews and development opportunities, helping our people build long-term and rewarding careers with us.

Our Inclusion Commitments

OVG is for everyone. Diversity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence.

Wherever you come from, wherever you are going, we’d love to hear from you.

If you need any additional support or adjustments with your application, let us know and we will work with you to ensure you have everything you need.

Employee Screening and Eligibility to Work

In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.