General Manager

Aramark; Preston; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service management company in the UK is seeking a General Manager for two sites in Lancashire. The candidate will manage catering, retail, and cleaning services, ensuring financial targets are met and fostering client relationships. Ideal applicants should have recent management experience in a similar environment. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package and involves on-site work from Monday to Friday, with occasional weekends.

Benefits

Life assurance

Generous annual leave

Employee benefit scheme

Employee assistance programme

Access to mental health champions

Qualifications

• Current or recent General Manager experience within a similar environment.
• Ability to deliver financial targets within a commercial environment.
• Management experience in a retail or catering environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage full P&L and ensure financial targets for revenue and margins are met.
• Deliver all services in line with company standards.
• Lead the team to provide the best possible service.

Skills

Financial management

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Job description

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Aramark UK is looking for a General Manager to work across 2 of our sites in Lancashire – Fulwood Barracks and Weeton Barracks. We’re looking for someone who can deliver an excellent service to our customers and client with the main remit being managing the catering, retail and cleaning services.

The role will require the General Manager to work on-site, usually Mon-Fri with occasional weekend work when needed.

Please note this role will require a DBS check and full security vetting. You must also have lived in the UK for at least the last 5 years.

About Aramark UK

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.

You’ll be surrounded by some of the most innovative minds in the industry and powered by our shared mission to pursue what matters. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to do great things for our people, our partners and our communities. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions and enable your growth. Supported by committed leadership, you’ll be empowered to try new things and find solutions to tough problems. No matter what you’re pursuing – a new challenge, a sense of belonging or just a great place to work – our focus is to help you reach your full potential and pursue what matters.

What’s in it for you:

• Life assurance
• Generous annual leave that increases in line with service, with the opportunity to buy extra
• Access to an employee benefit scheme that offers deals and discounts across many organisations
• Employee assistance programme, available for free 24/7
• Access to a network of trained mental health champions
• A plethora of opportunities to attend in-house events and try out the culinary genius of our teams (we are a food business after all!)

Key responsibilities:

• Full P&L management - ensuring financial targets for revenue and margins are met
• Delivering all services in line with company standards
• Leading the team to deliver the best possible service
• Building a great relationship with our client to deliver the best service for them

Key requirements:

• Current or recent General Manager experience within a similar environment
• Delivering financial targets within a commercial environment
• Management experience within a retail or catering environment
• Able to build and maintain client relationships
• Leading, managing and coaching a team
• Full driving licence and access to your own car

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 – [emailprotected]

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

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.