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Catering & Soft Services Manager

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Job Introduction

Catering & Soft Services Manager

Location: Cistercian College, Roscrea
Salary: Up to 50,000 Euros

As a Catering & Soft Services Manager at Sodexo Cistercian College, you are a dedicated leader and key driver of operational excellence. This role is crucial in managing a 7-day-a-week boarding school catering and cleaning contract, ensuring high standards of service and client satisfaction.

In this position, you will oversee a team of 20 Sodexo and client staff, managing all aspects of catering and housekeeping services. Your expertise will help maintain financial control, deliver exceptional service, and foster a positive working environment.

What you’ll do:
• Manage the financial aspects of catering and facilities operations, ensuring adherence to budget and financial guidelines.
• Oversee cleanliness and maintenance of premises, upholding safe working practices at all times.
• Control expenditure, including payment of wages, overtime, and other employee-related costs.
• Represent Sodexo at client meetings and ensure service standards align with agreed-upon performance indicators.
• Recruit, train, and manage staff, promoting good employee relations and adhering to company policies.
• Monitor and maintain food and hygiene standards to meet client and Sodexo expectations.
• Manage special functions and promotions, ensuring they meet quality standards and budget constraints.
• Oversee housekeeping services, ensuring compliance with cleaning specifications and health and safety guidelines.

What you bring:
• 2-3 years of leadership and supervisory experience.
• Strong interpersonal and team-building skills.
• Solid financial acumen and good front-of-house skills.
• Relevant vocational qualifications and an HND or equivalent are advantageous.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and business development.

What We Offer
Working with Sodexo is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to be part of something greater. You’ll be valued for who you are, act with purpose, and thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:
• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Access to ongoing training and development programmes
• Countless opportunities to grow within the company
• Full training supplied
• Employees can opt to increase their employer contribution up to a maximum of 6% with an equal employee match
• Life Assurance - Coverage of 1x annual salary
• Maximum 10% bonus dependent on performance

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

About Sodexo
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. We operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services, and Personal & Home Services. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people with diverse experiences and backgrounds.

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