Shift Leader

5 working days out of 7 including weekends Varied shifts starting from 06:00 through to 22:15, weekends from 05:45 - 21:15 £13.46 per hour Free Car parking Job Description: As a Shift Leader at Sodexo at Merville Barracks, Colchester, CO2 7UT, you'll lead afront-of-house team, ensuring smooth operations in the bar and food outlets.Your role is customer-facing, with a key focus on interacting with our ArmedForces personnel every day. Join Sodexo and take on a role where yourleadership makes a real difference, with opportunities to grow and developalong the way. What you’ll do: Ensure all tasks and responsibilities are completed on time and to a high standard, while motivating your team to do the same. Oversee cleanliness and hygiene standards in all front-of-house areas. Collaborate with catering management and chefs to maintain smooth communication and team alignment. Promote and enforce health and safety practices—be proactive about spotting and reporting potential hazards to keep everyone safe. Conduct regular safety walks to identify and address any risks. Conduct weekly team huddles with the team. Provide ongoing feedback and support to your team, ensuring they feel confident and valued in their roles. What you bring: Experience in a similar role, with knowledge of catering operations and some supervisory or team leadership experience. Experience in hospitality (hotel, bar, or restaurant) is a plus. Strong customer service and communication skills. Ability to motivate and lead a team effectively. Comfort with working at a fast pace and adapting to changing situations. A collaborative mindset and the ability to communicate well with senior management. What we offer: Fully funded apprenticeship qualifications Career development opportunities within Sodexo A friendly and supportive work environment Wellbeing Support – Unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an Employee Assistance Programme. Financial Benefits – Discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, retirement plan, and a death-in-service benefit. Career Growth – Apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunities. Work Perks – Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sodexo Ltd