Retail and Mess Manager
Reach for Remarkable
Location: Ruislip (HA4 6NG)
Salary: £33,263.47
Hours: 37.5 per week (5/7 including some weekends)
Job Ref : 631254
Make a real impact every day as our Retail & Mess Manager at RAF Northolt . You’ll lead retail outlets, bar and coffee services, and two busy Messes—delivering excellent hospitality, great customer experiences, and top‑tier operational standards.
What You’ll Do
- Lead retail operations, drive sales, manage stock and control costs.
- Oversee Mess hospitality, bar operations, dining services, and event support.
- Manage, train, and motivate a team across retail, bar, and catering.
- Deliver great customer service for members, military personnel, and VIPs.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety, Defence policy, and audit standards.
- Coordinate facilities upkeep, stock ordering, suppliers, and contractor visits.
- Plan and deliver events such as Mess balls, regimental dinners, and VIP receptions.
What We’re Looking For
- Experience with stock control, cash handling, and financial processes.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Food safety or H&S qualifications.
- Ability to pass security vetting (3+ years UK residency).
- Military catering/Defence experience (desirable).
- Experience running high‑profile events (desirable).
What You’ll Get
- Employee perks app (GP access, discounts, EAP), life assurance, pension.
- Generous holiday allowance + option to buy more.
- Training, apprenticeships, and real career progression opportunities.
Ready to join us?
If you’re passionate about hospitality and want to make a difference every day, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and show us what you can bring to the team!
- Employee perks app (GP access, discounts, EAP), life assurance, pension.
- Generous holiday allowance + option to buy more.
- Training, apprenticeships, and real career progression opportunities.
Ready to join us?
If you’re passionate about hospitality and want to make a difference every day, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and show us what you can bring to the team!
About Aramark UK
We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and a Forces Friendly organisation, holding the ERS Gold Award. We champion diversity, and our recruitment process is fully accessible with reasonable adjustments available at every stage.
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