Unit Manager

We're recruiting an experienced Unit Catering Manager who is passionate about exceptional food and world-class customer service, and who can confidently oversee all Compass Group UK&I catering and service operations for Compass Group Ireland on a full time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week, 5 over 7 days.

As a Unit Catering Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring our kitchens and service counters run smoothly and helping to deliver truly incredible food experiences. In return, you'll have the opportunity to progress your catering career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Could you shine as Compass Group Ireland's next Unit Catering Manager? Here's what you need to know before applying:

Key Responsibilities

• Organise and lead the preparation and presentation of all food and hospitality services to the highest of standards and in line with the contract specification
• Recruit, lead, develop motivate and manage the team to deliver superior food and service
• Develop solid and trusted client relationships
• Drive sales through effective marketing, promotions
• Manage the service within the budget and financial targets
• Manage all aspects of health & safety and food safety
• Manage food wastage and commitments to Net Zero commitments

About You

• Experience of leading, managing and developing winning teams
• Minimum 2 years catering management experience
• Strong communication skills
• Knowledge of HSE in food environment
• Track record of managing a P&L and delivering results
• Experience in a similar environment (not essential)
• Management qualification (not essential)

At Compass Ireland, our people are our business. When you join the Compass Group you will be joining a supportive network of incredible individuals, each united by their passion for going the extra mile for the organisations we partner with. We are building a team who care about providing a great customer experience and want to grow and develop as we do. We are dedicated to investing in every colleague joining us and pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer; we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all our colleagues. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

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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!