Job Description
Aramark Food Services is currently recruiting for an Senior Operations Manager within our beverage service to join our team.
The Operations Manager will work to ensure that all areas of people management and beverage operations, visitor experience and client activities are met as per company requirements.
Delivering ongoing innovation and meeting both company and client financial targets while ensuring client and visitor satisfaction ratings.
All aspects of this diverse and complex site will be in the daily responsibilities of the Operations Duty Manager answering directly to the Site General Manager.
Job Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
Day to day management of the whole site to a high standard, in line with client contract & General Manager direction
Maintain appropriate financial information systems as required by Aramark Ireland
Ensure that the correct daily cash procedures are followed including Petty Cash, lodgements, Safe Checks, etc are followed as laid down by Aramark
Ensure the visitor experience is at a world class level across the whole site & all service & financial KPI's are met
Work with the General Manager and other department heads to promote an inclusive and friendly workplace
Provide regular reports to the General Manager in regard to budgeted KPI's, Team Training & Development, Customer Satisfaction
Ensure training for responsible service of alcohol is maintained and that all relevant requirements are fulfilled in relation to licensing laws
Direct responsibility for full quality and safety compliance
Build and maintain excellent working relationships with all department heads as well as key stakeholders in the business
Primarily responsible for beverage service operating standards
Maintain regular presence and visibility in all areas of the site owning the environment and attitude of the team
Identify opportunities throughout the site and investigate potential growth targets with General Manager
Support the General Manager in appraisals/CMP so that they are carried out for all staff on an annual basis
Recruitment, Training and Development of all Staff in support of Departmental Heads on site
Awareness of and adaptable to the Seasonal realities of the business
Other duties as required by Management.
Qualifications
The Ideal Candidate
An approved catering qualification at diploma/degree level and/or 5 years industry experience, 2 of which were at Cafe management or department deputy level, preferably with a strong background in high volume tourism, hospitality/conference and banqueting/food service operation
A high degree of knowledge of Food Hygiene including HACCP, Facilities Management a plus
A passion for fresh food and service.
The ability to manage in a diverse environment with a focus on client and customer service.
Ability to lead, motivate and develop a team
Professionalism and the ability to present and report on relevant business information
Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills
Advanced written and verbal communication skills
All back-Office systems in regard to Word, Excel, PP should be second nature, social media and booking systems knowledge a distinct plus
Ability to successfully implement positive changes
Prior detailed knowledge in the technical working and application of POS systems, AV and CC machines is imperative as this role will act as the main reporting position for daily operational issues & support needs
Hands on in the team mentality
A confident and relaxed communicator is essential as the role demands a calm and efficient operator to support the General Manager in the day-to-day operations of ALL departments