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Regional Manager - Southampton

Job Introduction

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
  • Car or car Allowance
  • 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

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Regional Manager to lead operations across our Independent Schools portfolio in the South West region. This is a fantastic opportunity for a results-driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about exceptional food and service.

As Regional Manager, you will:

  • Provide strategic and operational leadership to a portfolio of Independent School contracts.

  • Drive operational excellence and ensure consistent delivery of high-quality food and service standards.

  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of General Managers to achieve business objectives and growth.

  • Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring contractual compliance and exceeding expectations.

  • Manage financial performance, budgets, and commercial targets across your region.

  • Champion health, safety, and food compliance across all sites.

  • Drive innovation and sustainability initiatives to support our corporate responsibility goals.


About You

To be successful, you will have:

  • Proven experience in a senior multi-site operational management role within catering, hospitality, or contract services.

  • Strong financial acumen and experience managing large budgets.

  • Excellent leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop diverse teams.

  • Outstanding communication and client relationship skills.

  • A passion for food, innovation, and delivering exceptional customer experiences.

  • Flexibility to travel across the South West region.


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.

Job Reference: com/1607/43111001/52750830/SU #Independent

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!

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