General Manager

Job Introduction

Uniquedemands. Unique services. Unique roles

Sodexo believes that government agencies should fosteran environment of respect, operating with efficiency and effectiveness topromote productivity. We prioritise employee well-being and play a vital rolein fostering stronger communities.

We are now seeking a General Manager to join our team at RAF Benson in Wallingford. 

 What you’ll do:

• Accountable for day-to-day management, coordination, and control of all Defence activities across designated contracts and affiliated sites, as outlined in the Schedule of Requirements and operational manuals.
• Drive growth by managing additional independent contracts on site and expanding service offerings.
• Plan, organise, and oversee the delivery of all services within operational business areas, ensuring compliance with service level agreements, KPIs, and contractual terms.
• Manage team performance, maintain strict budgetary control, and foster collaborative business relationships aligned with Sodexo’s vision and values.

What youbring:

• Demonstrated management experience within the soft FM service industry encompassing leadership, people management, recruitment, training, and employee performance management, including disciplinary and grievance procedures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong numerical ability, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Comprehensive knowledge of health and safety and food safety management, with relevant qualifications such as IOSH Managing Safely and CIEH Level 3, considered desirable.
• Proven ability to work autonomously and collaboratively, with meticulous attention to detail, strong analytical problem-solving skills, and a capacity to develop and implement innovative solutions.
• Experience within a military environment and prior management in a comparable role would be advantageous

What weoffer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chanceto be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team thatvalues you for you; you'll act with purpose and have an impact through youreveryday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, wealso offer a range of resources, rewards, and benefits for our colleagues andtheir families:

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
• Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work-related issues, or personal issues such as bereavement.
• Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24-hour virtual GP and various other services.
• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
• Money insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan
• A death in Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo
• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including apprenticeships and a variety of learning and development tools.
• Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
• Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Full training and full protective uniform supplied 

Ready to be part of somethinggreater? Apply today!

Package Description

• 40 hours per week
• 5 days out of 7
• between £43,000 and £50,000  per annum
• Eligible for a bonus

About the Company

About Sodexo 

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, 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. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.