Deputy General Manager - Front of House Leadership

Compass Group UK; Ashford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking onsite

Pension scheme

Holiday allowance

Eye care

Employee wellbeing

Job summary

Compass Group UK in Sunbury is seeking a Deputy General Manager to lead our Front of House operations on a fixed-term contract up to 18 months. The role is 40 hours per week, 07:00–15:30, with a salary of £48,600 per annum.

You will head the daily front-of-house team, ensure a warm and professional customer experience, manage client relationships, and maintain rigorous health and safety standards while supporting site targets.

Qualifications

• Experience leading front-of-house operations in hospitality.
• Proven ability to manage teams, events and client relationships.
• Strong focus on health, safety and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Front of House operations ensuring smooth service.
• Maintain high standards across customer-facing areas.
• Lead team briefings and optimise staffing and labour.
• Build strong client relationships and respond to feedback.
• Drive site sales, promotions and cost control.
• Ensure health, safety, and hygiene compliance.

Skills

Team Leadership

Customer Service

People Management

Sales Growth

Health & Safety

Job description

Compass Group UK in Sunbury is seeking a Deputy General Manager to lead our Front of House operations on a fixed-term contract up to 18 months. The role is 40 hours per week, 07:00–15:30, with a salary of £48,600 per annum.

You will head the daily front-of-house team, ensure a warm and professional customer experience, manage client relationships, and maintain rigorous health and safety standards while supporting site targets.