Are you passionate about delivering first-class hospitality and service? Wellington College, a leading name in education, is looking for a dynamic and innovative Hospitality Support Manager to join our Operations team. Under the leadership of our Head of Hospitality, this role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to and enhance our distinguished hospitality services. At Independents by Sodexo, we place pupils' health and well-being at the heart of everything we do. We create food that not only nourishes the body but also sharpens the mind and rejuvenates the spirit. Our approach is founded on collaboration, driven by our rich heritage and cherished family values, which infuse our experienced team with a naturally entrepreneurial and agile spirit, all while maintaining unwavering consistency. As the Hospitality Support Manager, you will play a crucial role in orchestrating outstanding and consistent hospitality services for both internal and external stakeholders. Whether it's fine dining, casual meals, or sports teas, your mission will be to ensure every dining experience is memorable and meets the high standards Wellington is known for. This role demands creativity and innovation, and you'll be expected to lead and motivate a dedicated team to exceed expectations while fostering valuable long-term relationships with our clients and customers. With a direct impact on our operations, your efforts will be pivotal in maintaining our reputation as one of the country's best independent schools. If you're looking for a role where you can truly make a difference, bring your expertise and enthusiasm to Wellington College and help us set new benchmarks in hospitality excellence.  Work Schedule: Monday through Sunday (5-day workweek) with flexible shift options (early, late, mid). Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults within a regulated activity. This role will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and/ or Disclosure Scotland.  What you’ll do: Liaise with both the College Events team and the External events team to clearly understand the respective needs of both departmentsUnderstand the quality of information populated on the event booking system as the basis for all planning, internal communication and seamless delivery of eventsTo ensure all functions on shift are set up to the correct standard and in a timely mannerSupervise and train staff on all aspects of Health and Safety/Food Safety relevant for your work area to include Safe Systems of Work and Observed Competency ChecksAlways seek out new and innovative ways of doing things  For a full list of responsibilities please view the attached job description What you bring: Event or hospitality experience in a similar environmentStrong level of literacy and numeracyHighly effective communication and interpersonal skillsClear and effective leadership styleAbility to analyse problems, develop opportunities, and implement innovative solutions and approachesExcellent time management and organisational skillsAble to demonstrate positive attitude to self-development, willingness to learn in role and identify own training needs as appropriatePC and software literateDisplay a constant and sustained level of enthusiasm and self-motivationStrong ability to build professional relationships and to communicate on all levelsAbility to set high standards, achievable through striving for continuous improvementAbility to act on own and also work effectively as part of a teamFlexible approach to the roleHealth and Safety and Food Safety certificatesExperience of managing people Personal driving licence What we offer:  Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer: Flexible and dynamic work environmentCompetitive compensationAccess to ongoing training and development programsCountless opportunities to grow within the company For more information on all the great benefits Sodexo offer to support you and your loved ones, check out the attached Benefits Guide at the bottom of this advert!#J-18808-Ljbffr