Cafe Manager - University of Sussex

We currently have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Cafe Manager to work at one of our contracts based in Brighton. You will be providing outstanding service to the staff and customers whilst guiding and motivating your team to be the best they can possibly be.
As the Cafe Manager, you need to be commercially aware, with the presence and personality to influence the day-to-day business, you\\'ll maximise the performance of your team. Leading by example and setting high standards, you\\'ll enhance sales and provide our customers with great service.
You will need to build an excellent relationship with the client making sure their needs as well as contractual needs are met to the highest standard possible.
More about the role:To be responsible for the overall efficient and effective management of the Cafe to ensure great quality, consistent food and beverage services across the outletsTo maintain positive client relationships ensuring we are true partners in their businessTo ensure the smooth planning of the contract and resources to deliver a first-class food and beverage service to our clients and customersTo be responsible for the management, recruitment, development and training of your team membersTo ensure the contract is fully compliant with company policies and proceduresTo deliver on the agreed financial budget and run commercially in line with net income and cost targets

Previous management experience.Ideally have a branded retail food background.Experienced in working in a fast paced environment.Retail and commercial skills are a must.Financial awareness to complete weekly business returns.Motivated to deliver consistent high standards of food and service quality.Friendly and approachable, with the management skills to develop and manage a team.A \\'can-do\\' attitude.Computer literate.

About UsPart of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over a quarter of a century Chartwells has been focusing on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges and universities across the UK.Job Reference: com/1505/85505001/52639314/R/SUCompass 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!

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:

• Contributory pension scheme


• Free Parking


• Free Meals On Duty


• Use of on-site gyms, Library, Discounted access to swimming pools within freedom leisure


• 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.com 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


• Access to Nest Enhanced pension scheme that offer employees the option to contribute up to 8% of their salary into the scheme with employer contributions matched up to 12%


• Up to 6 additional paid days off per year for University Minimum service days. This is in addition to the 28 days (inc bank hols) These are to be taken over Christmas, New years and Easter.