* 40 hours per week
* Monday - Friday (1100 - 1930)
* £30,000 - £32,500 per annum
* Free parking
* Gym on site
* 10% off Cost cutter shop
We are looking for an experienced and motivatedBar & Event Manager at Worthy Down Barracks, Winchester. To lead and oversee daily operations across a busy joint mess environment. Based on multiple designated and affiliated sites, this role is crucial in ensuring the smooth delivery of high-quality bar and guest services, maintaining service excellence, and driving performance.
You’ll play a key role in planning and managing functions, leading a team of front-line staff, and ensuring compliance with service level agreements (SLAs), KPIs, and contractual obligations. If you are a dynamic leader with a passion for service delivery and people management, we’d love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead, manage, and coordinate all bar and function operations across sites.
* Ensure consistent delivery of guest services and operational standards as outlined in the Site Information Pack (SIP) and operational manuals.
* Plan, organise, and direct daily service activity across the joint mess and associated outstations.
* Manage and support staff teams to fulfil bar and function duties effectively.
* Ensure timely and accurate completion of cash handling, stock management, and supply ordering.
* Monitor and report performance of third-party service suppliers (e.g. waste, laundry).
* Drive a strong health and safety culture, including conducting safety walks and team briefings.
* Oversee training, development, and performance management of staff.
* Maintain discretion and confidentiality in managing operational and personnel information.
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
* Proven experience in a management role within the soft FM or hospitality industry.
* Strong people management skills, including recruitment, training, and performance management.
* Excellent verbal and written communication.
* Sound knowledge of health & safety and food safety standards.
* High attention to detail and ability to work independently.
* Problem-solving mindset and ability to implement solutions effectively.
Desirable:
* Familiarity with military customs and operations.
* Experience with Kronos and UDC Payroll systems.
* IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent H&S qualification.
* CIEH Level 3 Food Safety qualification or equivalent.
What we offer:
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance tobe part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you foryou;you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:
* Mental health & wellbeing support
* Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice
* 24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards
* Discounts for you & family
* Financial tools & retirement plan
* Cycle to Work & Paid volunteering day
Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today! #J-18808-Ljbffr