General Manager - Nottingham - Comprehensive Benefits Package Including Travel and Retail Disco[...]

JR United Kingdom; York; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a General Manager to oversee operations in a vibrant catering environment. This role involves managing a dedicated team, ensuring high standards of food service, and maintaining health and safety protocols. You will be responsible for strategic planning, stakeholder communication, and enhancing service delivery. Join a company that values diversity and offers extensive career growth opportunities, competitive pay, and a comprehensive benefits package, including travel and retail discounts. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic setting.

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 mindfulness classes

Discount sharing with friends and family

Qualifications

• Experience in managing catering operations and teams effectively.
• Strong communication skills for client and team interaction.

Responsibilities

• Organise and supervise unit operations to meet standards.
• Manage food preparation and service efficiently.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Contract Catering Experience

Team Management

Food Safety Procedures

Stakeholder Management

Operational Budgeting

Job description

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General Manager - Nottingham - Comprehensive Benefits Package Including Travel and Retail Discounts (Hiring Immediately), York

Client:

Compass Group

Location:

Nottingham

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 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, providing a quality service. Responsible for overseeing the preparation, cooking, and service of food to agreed standards and specifications. To ensure the efficient and economic 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 report 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.
• To take overall responsibility for both food and health and safety procedures in the college catering department.
• Communicate regularly with the client as required.
• Action plans are completed 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 any additional opportunities to enhance/develop the service we provide and discuss with 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 delivered 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 get competitive pay, great perks, and unrivaled opportunities for learning and development at one of the UK's biggest businesses.

Compass Group UK&I wants everyone in our business to feel able to be themselves at work and to have an equal opportunity to progress their career. We aim to create a culture where we respect and embrace everyone's talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities. We want our colleagues to feel valued, reach their full potential, and thrive — Diversity is Our Strength!