Deputy Hospitality Manager

Deputy Hospitality Manager- RAF Wyton

£27355 per annum
37.5 per week
Variable shift pattern throughout the week
We''re currently recruiting a dedicated Deputy Hospitality Manager to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in Defence on a full time basis, contracted to 37.5 hours per week.Our ideal Deputy Mess Manager will:

Proven experience in managing successful teams in a similar environment
NVQ Level 1 & 2 or City & Guilds 706/1 and 2
Basic Food Hygiene certificate
Experience of leading and managing a small to medium team of people
Minimum 2 years catering experience
Excellent financial acumen
I.T literate
Proven experience in mess accounting/billing procedures
As a Deputy Hospitality Manager, you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.our key responsibilities will include:

Your key responsibilities will include:

Manage, monitor and update all appropriate food safety and health and safety paperwork to the required standards imposed
Ensure that all appropriate HSE Information, instruction, training and supervision is provided to all employees within your control to enable them to carry out their work safely and effectively
Ensure all HSE incidents/ near misses are reported

and investigated within the set timeframe in line with company policy and procedures
Lead and manage the delivery of all company profit protection procedures within the mess and share best practice with other colleagues
Manage and drive the completion of all compulsory online training with all team members
Ensure that uniform standards are adhered to at all times and that all team members are dressed appropriately
Provide accurate costings for all functional activity to the client in a timely manner
Plan, organise and deliver all service requirements to the specification of the client whilst maintaining contractual guidelines
Ensure that all relevant paperwork is obtained and completed as laid down by the contractual/business guidelines
Ensure that facility is clean, free from dust/debris and presentable at all times in all areas
Produce a monthly/4 weekly roster whilst adhering to the labour budget assigned
Ensure accurate

mess billing/invoicing is provided to the client within the bounds of the contractual expectations
Justify all overtime in advance using correct format and supply to the General Manager for approval
Verify and sign off weekly timesheets ensuring that all attendance and absences are entered correctly onto the in house reporting system (Nexus)
Ensure that client invoicing is processed within the correct trading period for all services/functions/events
Control all stock levels within the mess, ensuring accurate weekly checks are processed through Nexus
Manage all labour costs effectively and within the designated budget
Organise, manage and conduct functions as and when required to do so, in both messes
Maintain a record of all breakages and repairs required
Ensure production of all accurate mess bills within the set timeframe, and manage all debtors in line with mess protocols
Complete the weekly finance paperwork and enter onto Nexus accurately, forecast events, costings and supply to the General Manager at the beginning of each Thursday
Your duties will at times require you to work in areas other than your normal place of employment, as directed by the Wardroom Mess Manager, to ensure multi cross-over of staff.

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:

To help with the cost of living crisis, Compass will be providing a free meal or equivalent Subsidy while working
Free meals
Onsite free car parking
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
Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
Regular emails filled with the best discounts and savings available
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
Contributory pension scheme
Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

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/0506/95267001/52656308/WJCompass Group UK&I wants everyone in our business to feel able to be themselves at work and to have an equal opportunity to progress their career. We want to create a culture where we respect and embrace everyone''s talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities. Where our colleagues feel valued, can reach their full potential, and thrive - Diversity is Our Strength!