Mess ManagerMess Manager - Kendrew Barracks

• £27300 per annum
• 40 hours per week
• Monday to Friday
• Free meal on shift
• Free Parking
• Uniform provided

We're recruiting a Mess 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 Defence on a full time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week.As a Mess 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 Defence's next Mess Manager? Here's what you need to know before applying:Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing delicious food to the highest standards
• Supervising our culinary and catering teams to ensure we continue to deliver impeccable food and customer service
• Overseeing the efficiency of all in-unit catering operations, including managing inventories, monitoring budgets, and implementing action plans
• Communicating regularly with your line manager to monitor KPIs and targets
• Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image
• Identifying opportunities for new food or service concepts to drive sales
• Liaising between customers and our culinary and service teams to ensure we continue to exceed expectations
• Supporting and training our teams, leading from the front to make sure everyone can excel in their role
• Implementing and reviewing Health & Safety standards to ensure compliance across all catering and service teams.

Our ideal Mess Manager will:

• Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service
• Have experience managing teams in a similar role
• Hold an NVQ Level 1 & 2 or City & Guilds 706/1 and 2
• Hold a Basic Food Hygiene certificate
• Demonstrate brilliant financial acumen
• Have excellent communication and organisational skills
• Be an ambitious and motivated individual who is always looking to upskill

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/2402 /R/BU 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!We look forward to receiving your applicationPlease apply directly via the Monster apply button.About Compass Group UK & IrelandWe are Compass Group UK & I, tens of thousands of talented people that provide expert catering, cleaning, vending, and facilities management services to a range of clients and sectors across England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland.We believe that the little things make the world of difference and it's our privilege to deliver great tasting food, memorable experiences, and vital support services for our clients as they host and entertain guests and boost the wellbeing and productivity of workers across all sectors.We're here to inspire, protect, nourish and energise people and guests. Brightening everyone's day with exceptional service - that's why we're number one in the UK & I for catering and support services.Extensive industry & sector experienceOur industry expertise is very comprehensive including education, business, healthcare, Government & Defence, sport & leisure, and hospitality. From outstanding restaurant and dining experiences in amazing venues and stadiums to feeding thousands of students, patients, workers, and military personnel, we deliver warm welcomes, clean buildings and safe environments.It's not just outstanding food that we deliver. We're proud to be experts in facilities management, cleaning services and vending solutions, while delivering them in a variety of locations in the UK & I. We support our clients behind the scenes too, from guest service management to hygiene solutions and supply chains - we make sur