General Manager
3 days ago
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At Compass Ireland, the leading foodservice and hospitality provider across the island of Ireland, we are seeking a General Manager to join our talented team on a full-time, permanent, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, daytime. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the catering and hospitality operations at a prestigious pharmaceutical site. You will be responsible for the efficient and effective management of the contract, ensuring the delivery of high-quality foodservice, operational excellence, and full compliance with all relevant standards and policies. You will lead the development, training, and performance management of your team, and play a vital role in driving commercial success in line with growth and retention targets. Building and maintaining a strong, collaborative relationship with the client is a key part of the role, ensuring their expectations are consistently exceeded.
Could you shine as Compass Group Ireland\'s next Catering Manager? Here\'s what you need to know before applying:
Key Responsibilities- Oversee daily operations across catering and hospitality services to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery.
- Ensure full compliance with Compass policies, health & safety regulations, and food hygiene standards.
- Drive financial performance through accurate budgeting, forecasting, and profit & loss (P&L) management.
- Control costs effectively, including labour, food, waste, agency usage, and overheads.
- Develop and manage staffing plans aligned with business needs and budgetary constraints.
- Lead, coach, and develop the team, supporting performance, training, and career progression.
- Foster a positive team culture that encourages collaboration, accountability, and engagement.
- Build strong client relationships through regular communication, reporting, and strategic partnership.
- Ensure exceptional customer service, proactively resolving issues and exceeding client expectations.
- Promote innovation in food offering, service design, and customer experience.
- Lead and support change initiatives, including new service rollouts and continuous improvement projects.
- Act as a Compass brand ambassador, representing company values and standards at all times.
- Proven leadership experience in foodservice or hospitality management.
- Strong commercial awareness with solid budgeting and P&L management skills.
- Passionate about quality, service, and continuous improvement.
- Skilled in building client relationships and leading high-performing teams.
- Confident communicator with strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and adaptable in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.
- Seniority level: Director
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Management and Manufacturing
- Industries: Food and Beverage Services
At Compass Ireland, our people are our business. We are an equal opportunity employer; we celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment for all our colleagues. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
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