Contract Director - Tonbridge

Compass Group; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group is seeking a manager for their unit in Tonbridge. The role requires overseeing food service quality, managing team dynamics, and ensuring client satisfaction. Join a leading company with extensive benefits and opportunities for career development in a diverse environment.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programmes

Healthcare benefits

Travel discounts

Food shopping discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards for spending

Free wellness and mindfulness classes

Share discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a managerial role within the catering industry.
• Ability to manage resources effectively and ensure quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Organize and supervise the unit according to Compass standards.
• Ensure efficient management of resources and oversee food preparation.
• Promote high standards of client hospitality.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Management

Food Safety

Client Hospitality

Job description

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Career development via our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access to a Digital GP and wider healthcare benefits for you and your immediate family
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com, and others
• Food shopping discounts at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, and more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets
• Cash rewards for spending, redeemable across various brands
• Free wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes
• Share discounts and offers with friends and family

As a manager, you will organize and supervise the unit according to Compass Group UK & Ireland standards, the contract specifications, and statutory regulations. Your responsibilities include ensuring efficient management of resources, overseeing food preparation and service, and maintaining quality standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing strategic leadership and managing the team reporting to you
• Communicating, motivating, and guiding your management team and catering staff daily
• Taking responsibility for food quality and health and safety procedures in the college catering department
• Promoting the unit and representing Compass positively
• Managing internal and external stakeholders effectively
• Ensuring high standards of client hospitality and seeking feedback
• Identifying opportunities for service improvement and innovation
• Monitoring budgets and taking corrective actions when necessary
• Meeting all customer requirements to their satisfaction

About Us

As part of Compass, you'll help feed people, fuel progress, and forge connections across approximately 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with industry leaders, enjoy competitive pay, excellent perks, and unmatched learning and development opportunities at one of the UK's largest businesses.

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At Compass Group UK&I, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and have equal opportunities to advance. We celebrate diversity and aim to create a culture where all team members feel valued, empowered, and able to reach their full potential.