Job Description
Single Site Catering Manager per annum | Full-Time (40 hours per week)Full UK Driving Licence Required
£37461 per anum
Compass Group is recruiting an experienced Site Catering Manager to lead operations across two sites in the West Midlands. This is an exciting opportunity for a confident, people-focused leader to take ownership of multi-service operations, drive performance, and deliver consistently high standards of service.
As General Manager, you will lead and develop diverse teams, manage key client relationships, and ensure safe, compliant, and efficient service delivery across both locations.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead, motivate, and develop departmental managers and frontline teams
* Manage client and contractual relationships, ensuring service excellence and compliance
* Drive operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement
* Take full accountability for financial performance, budgets, and service outcomes
* Ensure all Health, Safety, and compliance standards are met, with robust training in place
* Build strong client partnerships and support contract retention and growth
About You
* Proven experience in contract catering, facilities, or similar operational environments
* A strong, credible leader with experience managing large, multi-functional teamsCommercially astute with a track record of delivering results
* An excellent communicator with a quality-driven, process-focused mindsetIT-literate and confident using Microsoft Office tools
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 scheme
* Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
* Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
* Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
* Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
* Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
* Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
* Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
* You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
About Us
Part 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/0104/87021001/52800653/SU #Defence
Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!