General Manager

Aramark; Colchester; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality service provider seeks a General Manager in Colchester to oversee operations and financial performance. In this role, you'll manage teams, control budgets, and collaborate with clients to deliver exceptional service. You should have significant management experience in food services and strong communication skills. This position offers competitive pay, generous benefits, and the opportunity to make a real impact in the food service industry.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Defined contribution pension scheme

Access to multiple discounts

In-house culinary events

Qualifications

• Proven management experience in food services or retail.
• Excellent written, verbal, and numerical skills.
• Self-motivated and adaptable.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop site teams including Team Leaders and Chefs.
• Control budgets and purchasing, prepare P&L projections.
• Collaborate with clients to develop strategic plans.

Skills

Excellent written communication

Proven management experience in food services

Skilled in Microsoft Office

Customer-focused

Catering finance and budgeting

Job description

A brilliant opportunity has arisen to join Aramark UK as General Manager at within our Education & Health sector and accountable for operational management and financial performance of Colchester and Braintree Institute, CO43WA.

In this multi site role, as General Manager, you will be tasked with developing and executing strategy, advocating for your client, encouraging dedication, driving engagement, and delivering positive financial results. The General Manager owns the operations of food service accounts by ensuring areas of responsibility meet objectives and client expectations.

At Aramark UK, we empower our people to create moments that matter through exceptional hospitality experiences. We serve more than a dozen industries with pride and passion, building community, connection and careers all around the world.

What's in it for you

• £38,000- £43,000 doe
• Permanent full time position which is predominantly Monday to Friday
• Site based position with lots of client interaction
• Generous annual leave that increases in line with service, with the opportunity to buy extra
• Defined contribution pension scheme / pension scheme – check banding for further benefits
• Life assurance
• Benefits app : access to 100s of discounts, online GP appointments, mental health support and our Employee Assistance Programme
• FOOD! Opportunities to attend in-house events and try the culinary genius of our teams (we are a food business after all!)

A day in the life of a General Manager

• Manage and develop site teams including Team Leaders, Chefs, and Team Members through scheduling, performance reviews, and regular briefings
• Ensure all staff receive appropriate training and foster a culture of learning to support succession planning
• Control budgets and purchasing, prepare P&L projections, and use systems to meet financial and operational deadlines
• Support client reviews, retention efforts, and contract negotiations while identifying growth opportunities.
• Collaborate with clients to develop strategic plans and value propositions that align with business goals
• Assist with new business mobilisation and HR processes across the region, including grievance and disciplinary procedures

You’ll be set up for success if you have

• Excellent written, verbal, and numerical skills.
• Proven management experience in food services or retail
• Skilled in Microsoft Office and confident using bespoke software and generating business reports
• Self-motivated, adaptable, accountable, and able to coach and inspire teams
• Customer-focused, approachable, and effective in team management and delegation.
• Experienced in catering finance, budgeting, forecasting P&L, and preparing client-facing reports

If you are applying for this role and you already work for Aramark, you must notify your line manager before submitting your application.

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive. As a proud Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.

We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any accommodations or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – [e-mail]

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.