We are Company of Cooks, and we believe brilliant food and drink starts with brilliant people. For over 25 years, we’ve been part of some of the UK’s most loved cultural destinations, from historic palaces and botanical gardens to buzzing galleries and performance spaces, running the cafés, restaurants, bars and events that bring these incredible places to life.
Our values - Craft, Creativity and Community - guide everything we do. They shape how we work together, how we support our partners, and how we make each guest feel welcome. If you care about food, people and doing things properly, you’ll feel right at home here.
Wherever we are, we do more than serve. We bring places to life through food, service and creativity and we’re looking for a Deputy General Manager to join out team.
Location: London,
Salary: £39400 per annum
Working Pattern: 5 over 7 days, 40 hours per week
Key responsibilities:
Team Leadership Supervise, motivate, and coach front‑of‑house teams to ensure productivity, high morale, and exceptional service delivery.
Service Standards Maintain high standards of food presentation, speed of service, cleanliness, and customer care in line with Compass and HRP expectations.
Training and Development Support the onboarding, induction, and continuous training of new and existing team members, promoting a culture of learning and service excellence.
Health & Safety Ensure full compliance with food hygiene, allergen, health & safety, and risk assessment protocols on‑site.
Guest Experience Be present on the floor, resolving issues, gathering guest feedback, and fostering an atmosphere of warmth and hospitality.
Collaboration Liaise with kitchen, logistics, and HRP partners to maintain efficient, seamless operations across the site.
What's in it for you?
Working with Company of Cooks has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits to keep you happy.
Personal Development and Training opportunities
Life assurance scheme
Pension scheme
Holiday allowance
A great wellbeing strategy – including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance
Access to Healthcare Support App which includes Annual health check, Digital GP, Mental Health Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Medical Opinion
Family friendly support
A holiday purchase scheme
Regular social events and communication with our leaders
Volunteering days
Recognition schemes and people award
Long service awards
Access to some great high street discount vouchers
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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!
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Deputy General Manager in East Molesey employer: Compass Group UK
Compass Group UK&I is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment where culinary creativity and service excellence thrive. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have access to training and development opportunities that empower you to advance your career in the catering industry. Located in a vibrant setting, our team-oriented culture fosters collaboration and ensures that every member feels valued and supported in delivering exceptional food experiences.
