General Manager – Barnstaple£44,914 per annum | Full-Time | Monday to Friday (occasional weekends)Full UK Driving Licence RequiredWe're looking for an experienced General Manager to lead operations at our Defence site in Barnstaple. This is a full-time role (40 hours/week) managing multi-functional teams and ensuring exceptional service delivery across all contracted services.Key Responsibilities:Lead and develop departmental managers and frontline teamsManage client and contractual relationships with a focus on compliance and safetyDrive efficiency, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvementOversee financial performance, budgets, and service outputsEnsure full HSE compliance and staff training standardsBuild strong client relationships and support business retention and growthAbout You:Proven experience in contract catering or similar operational rolesStrong leadership and team management skillsCommercially astute with a track record of delivering resultsExcellent communicator, quality-driven, and process-focusedIT literate and confident with MS Office toolsIf you\'re passionate about operational excellence and ready to make an impact, apply now to join a leading Defence services provider.We ensure you\'re rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:Contributory pension schemeGrow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmesQuick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefitsExclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many moreSave money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury\'s, Morrisons and many moreUp to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbusterReceive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brandsUn-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classesYou can share all discounts and offers with your friends and familiesAbout UsPart of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250 UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.Job Reference: com/0408/95443001/52586431/SU Defence