Duty Manager – Community Sports & Leisure Hub
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Ilford, Essex
6-month fixed-term contract (with potential to extend)
£38,000 - £42,000 per year
Are you ready to bring your hospitality experience into a more balanced, community-focused environment?
We’re looking for a Duty Manager to join a well-established sports and leisure organisation in Ilford. If you’ve worked in pubs, leisure centres, or hospitality venues and are seeking a role with more structure, variety, and a supportive team, this could be the perfect next step.
What You’ll Be Doing:
* Overseeing day-to-day operations across two friendly community sites.
* Supporting staff and ensuring smooth delivery of activities like football, cricket, squash, and badminton.
* Acting as the main point of contact for members, local groups, and external partners.
* Making sure facilities are safe, clean, and welcoming, health & safety and maintenance are key.
* Managing bar and catering operations, ensuring compliance with licensing and legal standards.
* Helping with budgeting and reporting, with monthly updates to the Board.
* Organising social and sporting events that bring people together and create a vibrant atmosphere.
What We’re Looking For:
* Experience in hospitality, pubs, or leisure venues, especially in a supervisory or management role.
* A hands-on, people-first approach with great organisational skills.
* A valid UK driving licence and access to your own transport.
* Familiarity with licensed trade operations (bar/catering).
Why Join Us?
* A friendly, down-to-earth team that values community and wellbeing.
* A chance to step away from the fast pace of hospitality while still using your skills.
* Flexible working arrangements may be considered.
* Opportunity to make a real impact in a local organisation.
If this sounds like your kind of role, reach out to Alex, Anna, or Denise at Adecco Romford for the full job description and next steps.