Office & Admin Manager

Gather & Gather UK; London; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Office Admin Manager to oversee daily operations at the iconic Tower of London. This role promises a dynamic work environment where you can utilize your strong organisational and communication skills. You will manage staff records, coordinate onboarding, and support the operations team while ensuring smooth communication across various units. With a commitment to employee well-being, the company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including free meals, healthcare access, and exclusive discounts. If you are ready to take your career to the next level in a vibrant setting, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Free meals

Contributory pension scheme

Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

Digital GP access

Travel discounts

Grocery discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards

Wellness classes

Qualifications

• Experience in administrative or office management role, ideally in hospitality.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily office operations to support catering outlets.
• Maintain accurate staff records and coordinate onboarding.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Time Management

Communication Skills

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Craft, Creativity and Community - we are Company of Cooks! These are our values, and they go far beyond corporate waffle. In fact, they set the tone for everything we do. Company of Cooks have been working with some of the UK’s most cherished venues since 1996, delighting customers and clients alike with great food and drinks, brilliant service and an absolute focus on the details that make good restaurants, cafes and bars, great ones. In October 2019 the company was brought into the CH&CO family. The completion of the deal saw Company of Cooks become the group’s go-to operators in heritage and performance venues, art galleries and destinations. We are excited to be recruiting for a Office Admin Manager at Tower of London.

Location: Tower of London

Salary: £35,000 per annum

Shift Pattern: 40 hours per week, Wednesday-Sunday 9:00-17:30

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily office operations to support catering outlets across the site.
• Maintain accurate staff records, including rotas, absences, and payroll data.
• Coordinate staff onboarding, uniform distribution, and mandatory training compliance.
• Manage communication between on-site units, central support teams, and HRP contacts
• Complete and reconcile daily cashing up from all catering units, ensuring accuracy and reporting discrepancies.
• Track staff timesheets.
• Support the operations team in stock control procedures and daily reporting
• Act as a first point of contact for general enquiries within the catering office
• Provide admin support for site events, seasonal projects, and recruitment drives.
• Organise internal meetings and staff briefings.

Essential Requirements:

• Previous experience in an administrative or office management role, ideally within hospitality or catering Strong organisational and time-management skills with the ability to multitask
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Confident in using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word), and cloud-based systems

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Free meals
• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• 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 cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

Job Reference: com/1504/47611001/52733362/SU #Gather and Gather

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!