Job Introduction
Are you passionate and experienced in delivering 5* service in a food and beverage environment? Do you have proven people management skills and a keen eye for detail?
Sodexo Live! have an opportunity for a Lounge General Manager to lead our team at the newly built Emirates Lounge at Stansted Airport. You will be responsible for leading and maintaining a high-quality service operation across front and back-of-house teams, encompassing catering, cleaning, and front-of-house services.
In this role you will be Sodexo's primary representative, leading a high-performing team to ensure exceptional service delivery. This opportunity demands operational expertise, innovative problem-solving, and the ability to foster strong client and team relationships.
It will suit a dynamic hospitality professional with a passion for delivering exceptional client experiences. You will thrive in a fast-paced, premium environment where operational excellence and team leadership are paramount.
We’re experience makers and food fanatics. Our experiences are unique, and so are our people. Bring personality, your background and your desire for delighting others. In return we’ll give you all you need to thrive. Because at Sodexo Live! We’re so much more. Be part of something greater.
What you'll do:
* Build and maintain excellent client relationships, ensuring their expectations are consistently exceeded.
* Oversee all lounge activities, delivering services to the highest standards in alignment with client and company goals.
* Control costs, maximize productivity, and ensure financial targets are met through effective budget and P&L management.
* Lead, motivate, and empower your team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and innovation.
* Ensure adherence to all company policies, client standards, and statutory regulations, prioritizing health, safety, and risk management.
For a full list of responsibilities please view the attached job description
What you bring:
Essential
* Proven operational experience in hospitality, restaurant, or multi-site management.
* Strong understanding of Profit & Loss management with the ability to act on financial results.
* Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a team, driving engagement and performance.
* Outstanding ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
* Capable of managing multiple priorities in a high-pressure environment.
* Experience in delivering 5* service.
* Catering experience
* Competent IT skills
* Able to work on own initiative within a team environment. Flexible approach – 5 out of 7 day working pattern.
What we offer:
You will be rewarded with a salary of £32,000pa and access to a range of benefits, including a performance-related bonus, employer pension contribution, and life assurance – 1 x annual salary.
* A flexible and dynamic work environment, fostering work-life balance.
* Competitive compensation, recognizing your valuable contributions.
* Access to ongoing training and development programs, empowering you to grow professionally.
* Countless opportunities to grow within the company, supporting your career progression.
We also offer Sodexo Discounts site promoting discounted mobile phone tariffs, savings across restaurant chains and days out, where you and your family can save money on everything from your weekly food shop to the latest cinema blockbuster and much more!
For more information on all the great benefits Sodexo offer to support you and your loved ones, check out the attached Benefits Guide at the bottom of this advert!
Ready to be part of something greater?