Hospitality Manager

Job Title: Hospitality ManagerLocation: Hinxton Hall Conference CentreSalary: £15.85 per hour, 37.5 hours per week (plus paid overtime)Contract: Full-Time, alternate shift pattern (07:00 - 15:30 & 12:30 - 23:00 approx.), 5 out of 7 days per week

As the Hospitality Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running and delivery of the events, conferences and functions that take place on site. You will be an ideal fit if you have experience of running large scale conferences and functions and are comfortable running the floor of the event. It is key that service standards remain high throughout, and it is the responsibility of the Hospitality Manager to ensure this.

You will have the opportunity to inspire and motivate the front of house team with your leadership ability and drive excellence in all aspects of food and service delivery. It is crucial that you have your own mode of transportation, due to the shift times and due to the location of the venue.

Responsibilities:

• Delivery of the various conference, events and functions that take place on site.
• Act as a vital link between the front of house teams and senior managers on site, to ensure high-quality service delivery
• Assist with staff training and development
• Take ownership of key admin and paperwork tasks related to the event you are leading
• Step in as the main point of contact during the Manager's absence
• Uphold and represent the Compass Group UK&I brand professionally at all times

The Ideal Candidate:

• Someone passionate about delivering exceptional customer service
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a similar hospitality or catering role
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A positive, can-do attitude with a drive to develop and lead others
• Experience in managing and motivating teams
• Adaptable and ready to embrace new challenges

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:

• Free meals
• Onsite free car parking
• 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 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, Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together.Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.

Job Reference: com SU Venues

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!