General Manager - Nottingham

Compass Group UK; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that leads the industry in catering services. This role offers the opportunity to manage a dynamic unit, ensuring high-quality food service while overseeing a dedicated team. You'll be responsible for maintaining health and safety standards, managing budgets, and enhancing service delivery. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, the company provides a supportive environment for career growth and development. If you are passionate about food service and team management, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Free Parking

Free Meals On Duty

Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

Exclusive travel discounts

Food shop discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Wellness and exercise classes

Discount sharing with friends and family

Qualifications

• Proven experience in contract catering management.
• Strong leadership skills to motivate and guide teams.

Responsibilities

• Organize and supervise the unit to meet quality standards.
• Manage food preparation and service efficiently.
• Communicate with clients and ensure satisfaction.

Skills

Contract Catering Experience

Team Management

Health and Safety Procedures

Budget Management

Client Communication

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
• Free Parking
• Free Meals On Duty
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive Wow Points every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Unwind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

What you'll be doing:

To organise and supervise the unit in accordance with and to the standards required by Compass Group UK & Ireland, the contract specification and statutory Regulations. To be responsible for the overall efficient and effective management of the unit under your control, providing a quality service. Responsible for overseeing the preparation, cooking, and service of food to agreed standards and specifications. To ensure the efficient and economical use of all resources, including stock, team members, and company assets.

Who you are:

Key responsibilities within this role will include:

• Provide guidance and take a strategic approach to organising and managing the business through the team that reports to you.
• Previous Contract Catering Experience
• Communicate, motivate, and guide effectively your management team and catering staff on a daily basis. Set clear operational responsibilities for your management team and monitor their performance against their individual areas of responsibility.
• Take overall responsibility for both food and health and safety procedures in the college catering department.
• Communicate regularly with the client as required.
• Complete action plans following customer satisfaction surveys.
• Promote the unit and act as a Compass Group Advocate at all times.
• Proven experience of managing internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure all client hospitality is delivered to the agreed standard and seek feedback on the food and service provided.
• Identify additional opportunities to enhance and develop the service we provide and discuss with your line manager.
• Bring innovation and flair.
• Operate within the agreed budget, monitor trends, and be able to identify corrective actions if necessary.
• Ensure all customer requirements are met in line with expectations.

About Us

As part of Compass, you'll help to feed people, fuel progress, and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and enjoy competitive pay, great perks, and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development at one of the UK's biggest businesses.

Compass Group UK&I is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and can reach their full potential. Diversity is Our Strength!