Catering & Soft Services Manager

1 month ago


Ireland Sodexo Group Full time

Location: Cistercian College, Roscrea
Salary: Up to 50,000 Euros

As a Catering & Soft Services Manager at Sodexo Cistercian College, you are a dedicated leader and key driver of operational excellence. This role is crucial in managing a 7-day-a-week boarding school catering and cleaning contract, ensuring high standards of service and client satisfaction.

In this position, you will oversee a team of 20 Sodexo and client staff, managing all aspects of catering and housekeeping services. Your expertise will help maintain financial control, deliver exceptional service, and foster a positive working environment.

What you’ll do:

  1. Manage the financial aspects of catering and facilities operations, ensuring adherence to budget and financial guidelines.
  2. Oversee cleanliness and maintenance of premises, upholding safe working practices at all times.
  3. Control expenditure, including payment of wages, overtime, and other employee-related costs.
  4. Represent Sodexo at client meetings and ensure service standards align with agreed-upon performance indicators.
  5. Recruit, train, and manage staff, promoting good employee relations and adhering to company policies.
  6. Monitor and maintain food and hygiene standards to meet client and Sodexo expectations.
  7. Manage special functions and promotions, ensuring they meet quality standards and budget constraints.
  8. Oversee housekeeping services, ensuring compliance with cleaning specifications and health and safety guidelines.

What you bring:

  1. 2-3 years of leadership and supervisory experience.
  2. Strong interpersonal and team-building skills.
  3. Solid financial acumen and good front-of-house skills.
  4. Relevant vocational qualifications and an HND or equivalent are advantageous.
  5. A proactive approach to problem-solving and business development.

What We Offer:
Working with Sodexo is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to be part of something greater. You’ll be valued for who you are, act with purpose, and thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

  • Flexible and dynamic work environment
  • Access to ongoing training and development programmes
  • Countless opportunities to grow within the company
  • Full training supplied
  • Employees can opt to increase their employer contribution up to a maximum of 6% with an equal employee match
  • Life Assurance - Coverage of 1x annual salary
  • Maximum 10% bonus dependent on performance

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today

About Sodexo:
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. We operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services, and Personal & Home Services. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people with diverse experiences and backgrounds.

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