Mess Manager (Hospitality)

Please Note: The application deadline for this job has now passed.

Job Introduction

We are currently looking to recruit an experienced Mess Manager with a knowledge of Hospitality, to perform and supervise the day to day activities in our onsite mess.

In this role you will be responsible for managing functions including planning, menus and costing’s and ensuring your team are fully engaged and motivated in order to deliver the high standards of service required.

Liaising with customers, clients and the mess committee to develop relationships and promote Sodexo’s brand is a big part of this role. If you are confident and hands on with good leadership qualities, this is a fantastic opportunity for you.

Role Responsibility

Efficient management of the Mess including daily catering, functions (hospitality), monthly events and accommodation services for military mess members
Ensuring that we deliver high quality food service to all mess members and customers
Managing the team to ensure a smooth and efficient service delivery
Control and monitor the financial performance of the unit and to maintain costs within pre-budgeted targets
Ensure all food is prepared to a high standard as per service level agreement, Company policy and current legislation.
Establish and maintain satisfactory relationships with individuals at all levels within the Company and the Client organisation
Implement and maintain the Statutory and Company standards of hygiene, health and safety and take any action as is necessary.

The Ideal Candidate

Previous experience in a similar role, ideally within hospitality
Knowledge of catering and hotel services
Good financial awareness
Excellent communication skills and ability to build good relationships with clients
Experience of managing a team within a catering environment
Proven experience with stock management, cash control and customer service
Able to demonstrate working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)
Knowledge of Food Hygiene and Health & Safety

Desirable

City & Guilds 1 & 2 Catering or NVQ equivalent
Proven track record of leading, managing and developing a team
Experience of working in a military environment

Package Description

Predominantly Monday – Friday, usual business hours. Occasional evening and weekend work, depending on special events and functions.

Successful candidates will need to pass security clearance. You must be a UK resident for at least 3 years.

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.

Salary	Up to £21,000
Frequency	Annual
Job Reference	SDX/TP/RF176720/KS
Contract Type	Fixed Term – Full Time
Closing Date	11 October, 2015
Job Category	Facilities Management
Business Unit	UK Government
Location	Windsor, England
Posted on	27 April, 2015

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