Job Introduction
Food Service Manager – ASDA Pentwyn
Location: ASDA Pentwyn
Contract: Full-time
Employer: Compass Group UK & Ireland
We’re currently recruiting for a Food Service Manager to lead our catering operation at ASDA Pentwyn. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with drive, ambition and a strong customer-first mindset who’s ready to take ownership of a busy retail catering environment.
About the Role
As Food Service Manager, you’ll be responsible for the day-to-day management of the catering operation, ensuring excellent service, strong financial controls and a motivated team. You’ll be a visible leader on site, setting the standard and creating a positive experience for both customers and colleagues.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing the daily operation of the self-service kiosk within the restaraunt
- Leading, motivating and developing a team of up to 5 direct reports
- Keyholding duties, including opening and closing the site
- Cash handling, till reconciliation and sales counting
- Stock control and regular stock takes
- Managing HR-related duties such as rotas, absence and performance
- Delivering excellent customer service at all times
- Ensuring compliance with Compass and ASDA standards
Working Hours
- Site opening hours: Monday–Saturday 8:30am–5:00pm, Sunday 10:00am–4:00pm
- Opening shifts require a 7:30am start
- Some managers also work Saturdays and Sundays, on a rota basis
About You
We’re looking for someone with the right attitude and personality above all else.
- Some catering or food service experience is desirable (but not essential)
- Management experience is an advantage
- Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
- Confident managing cash, stock and people
- Customer-focused, proactive and full of energy
- Ambitious and keen to make the role their own
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
- 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
About Us
As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.
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Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!