Mess Manager (Catering & Hospitality, F&B)
Job Introduction
As Mess Manager, you'll take responsibility for the day to day management, co-ordination and control of all Mess activity, as set out in the contract
We are a key partner to the Ministry of Defence, running services at major UK and overseas military bases which improve quality of life for our military personnel. The impact of change and uncertainty as consolidation occurs throughout the armed forces, set against a backdrop of today’s rapidly changing world, makes the preservation of high standards even more important than ever. We are dedicated to delivering the best quality as well as cost-efficiency in the delivery of infrastructure, facilities management, catering, retail and leisure services to the armed forces community
We’re proud that our work has a significant bearing on morale, retention and recruitment.
Role Responsibility
- Ensure the smooth running of the Mess, to the benefit of all members and residents, to plan, organise and coordinate all function activity.
- Take responsibility for the day to day management, co-ordination and control of all Mess activity, as set out in the contract Schedule of Requirement (SOR) and operational manuals, across the designated contract and affiliated sites
- Grow services in order to meet client and commercial expectations whilst maintaining strict budgetary control in line with client and Sodexo expectations
- Ensure that the Mess adheres to all Health and Safety, COSHH and Food Safety regulations
*please see attached job description below
The Ideal Candidate
- Previous experience of relevant service; F&B, hospitality
- Qualification or relevant experience in Business Management.
- Management knowledge of HSWA, IOSH and COSHH.
- Proven experience of managing long-term client relationships
- Proven track record of leading, managing and developing a team
- Proven ability to develop new business opportunities
- Must be able to demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Computer literate
Package Description
Competitive salary of £23,000-£23,500 plus benefits including bonus, pension, very popular group discount schemes, option to buy additional flexible benefits such as holidays, healthcare etc
About the Company
In the UK and Ireland, Sodexo employs some 35,000 employees to deliver integrated facilities management services to clients at over 2,000 locations in the corporate, healthcare, education, leisure, defence and justice sectors. With an annual turnover of over £1bn, we provide everything from catering, cleaning and reception to security, laboratory and grounds maintenance services, enabling our clients to focus on their core business
Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults within a regulated activity. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and/ or Disclosure Scotland.
