Staffing Manager

Compass Group; Watford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading catering and support services company in Watford is seeking a dedicated Staffing Manager to oversee operations on a part-time basis (30 hours per week). The ideal candidate will possess at least 2 years of experience in a similar role, with proven skills in recruitment, training, and people management. This position offers comprehensive training, wellbeing initiatives, and development opportunities, fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive operational training and development

Life assurance scheme

Wellbeing strategy

Access to high street discount vouchers

Regular social events

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of similar experience in a commercial environment.
• Proven experience in recruitment and training.
• Ability to lead and delegate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment, selection, and retention processes.
• Control labour costs while meeting operational needs.
• Drive learning and development initiatives.

Skills

Positive attitude

People management

Recruitment experience

Training experience

Payroll management

Event planning

Job description

We are currently recruiting a dedicated Staffing Manager to help ensure the smooth running of operations at CH&CO on a part-time basis, contracted to 30 hours per week.

As a Staffing Manager, you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the opportunity to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards employees who go beyond expectations.

Working with us has its perks! We prioritize our people, offering a range of benefits and development opportunities:

• Comprehensive operational training and development
• Life assurance scheme
• Personal development and training opportunities
• A wellbeing strategy, including access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Regular social events and communication with leadership
• A holiday purchase scheme
• Access to high street discount vouchers

Shift patterns are typically 4 out of 7 days.

Could you bring your spark to CH&CO? Here’s what you need to know before applying:

Who you are:

• A positive attitude and friendly approach
• At least 2 years of similar experience in a commercial environment
• Proven experience in recruitment and training
• Ability to lead and delegate effectively
• Strong people management skills
• Diplomacy, discretion, and impartial judgment
• Payroll management and/or budgeting experience
• Event or catering experience is an advantage

About the role:

The Staffing Manager should be commercially aware, managing variable payroll to meet financial targets while fulfilling operational needs.

The role involves setting the direction and driving forward processes for:

• Recruitment, selection, and retention
• Labour cost management
• Learning and development initiatives
• Event planning

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CH&CO, part of Compass Group UK&I, is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every individual can be themselves and has equal opportunities for career advancement. We celebrate the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered, and to thrive—because diversity is our strength!