Defence Catering Operations Manager – Part-Time (25 hrs)

Compass UK & Ireland; East Hyde; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I is recruiting an experienced Manager to oversee all catering and service operations for Defence on a part-time basis, contracted to 25 hours per week. You will ensure the unit and service counters run smoothly and help deliver exceptional experiences.

The role offers the chance to progress within a company that values individuality and recognises staff who go beyond the plate, with responsibilities spanning team supervision, budget monitoring, KPIs, and Health & Safety across

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of management experience within a similar sector or industry.
• Experience managing teams in a similar role.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ambitious and motivated with willingness to upskill.

Responsibilities

• Supervise teams to ensure impeccable food and customer service.
• Oversee in-unit operations, inventories, budgets, and action plans.
• Communicate with line manager to monitor KPIs and targets.
• Represent Compass Group UK&I and maintain a positive brand image.
• Identify opportunities for new service concepts to drive sales.
• Liaise between customers and internal teams to exceed expectations.
• Support and train teams; lead from the front to excel.
• Implement and review Health & Safety standards across teams.

Skills

Management experience

Financial acumen

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Leadership

Ambition and motivation

Job description

Compass Group UK&I is recruiting an experienced Manager to oversee all catering and service operations for Defence on a part-time basis, contracted to 25 hours per week. You will ensure the unit and service counters run smoothly and help deliver exceptional experiences.

The role offers the chance to progress within a company that values individuality and recognises staff who go beyond the plate, with responsibilities spanning team supervision, budget monitoring, KPIs, and Health & Safety across