Job Introduction
* 40 hours per week
* Monday - Friday (occasional weekend)
* £30,000 - £32,500 per annum
* Sodexo rewards and benefits
Sodexo is seeking an experienced Events & Bar Manager to take full responsibility for the daily management, coordination, and delivery of bar and functions services across designated and affiliated sites.
This is a leadership role responsible for minimising risk, maximising operational performance, and delivering excellent guest experiences while maintaining full compliance with contractual requirements, KPIs, and company policies.
Key Responsibilities -
* Manage and coordinate all bar and function operations across the site
* Lead, motivate, and manage frontline teams delivering bar and function services
* Plan, organise, and oversee guest services and event delivery
* Ensure standards outlined in SLAs, KPIs, and contracts are consistently met
* Control budgets, costs, and contribute to commercial performance
* Reconcile daily cash takings and resolve discrepancies
* Conduct weekly banking and submit financial documentation
* Manage stock control, ordering, and weekly stock checks
* Deliver training and conduct team briefs, huddles, and safety walks
* Drive a positive health, safety, and wellbeing culture
* Monitor suppliers and service partners to ensure agreed standards are met
* Support marketing initiatives and promotional activity
* Ensure confidentiality and compliance with data protection regulations
* Provide daily accounting documentation to the Site Administrator
* Assist visitors and guests in line with site rules
* Carry out additional duties as reasonably required
What you bring:
Essential -
* Management experience within Soft FM or hospitality services
* Strong people management skills, including recruitment, performance management, and HR processes
* Excellent numerical, interpersonal, and communication skills
* Sound knowledge of Health & Safety and Food Safety
* Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability
* High attention to detail and commitment to service standards
Desirable -
* Knowledge of military customs and working environments
* Experience using Kronos and UDC Payroll systems
* Health & Safety qualification (IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent)
* Food Safety qualification (CIEH Level 3 or equivalent)
What we offer:
Working With Sodexo Is More Than a Job; It’s a Chance To be Part Of Something Greater. You’ll Belong In a Company And Team That Values You For you; 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!