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Job Introduction
Mess Manager - Kendrew Barracks Officers Mess
* £27300 per annum
* 40 hours per week
* Monday to Friday, working some weekends
* Free meal on shift
* Free Parking
* Uniform provided
We're recruiting an experienced Mess Manager who is passionate about exceptional food and world-class customer service, and who can confidently oversee all Compass Group UK&I catering and service operations for Defence on a full-time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week.
As a Mess Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring our kitchens and service counters run smoothly and helping to deliver truly incredible food experiences. In return, you'll have the opportunity to progress your catering career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.
Could you shine as Defence's next Mess Manager? Here's what you need to know before applying:
Your key responsibilities will include:
* Supervising our culinary and catering teams to ensure we continue to deliver impeccable food and customer service
* Overseeing the efficiency of all in-unit catering operations, including managing inventories, monitoring budgets, and implementing action plans
* Communicating regularly with your line manager to monitor KPIs and targets
* Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image
* Identifying opportunities for new food or service concepts to drive sales
* Liaising between customers and our culinary and service teams to ensure we continue to exceed expectations
* Supporting and training our teams, leading from the front to make sure everyone can excel in their role
* Implementing and reviewing Health & Safety standards to ensure compliance across all catering and service teams.
Our ideal Mess Manager will:
* Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service
* Have experience managing teams in a similar role
* Hold a Basic Food Hygiene certificate
* Demonstrate brilliant financial acumen
* Have excellent communication and organisational skills
* Be an ambitious and motivated individual who is always looking to upskill
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