Job Description

• Monday to Friday 09:00 to 17:00 . However, flexibility may be required to cover evening and weekend working to meet business needs.
• 28,000 - 30,000 per annum
• Free Car parking on site
• 10% Staff discount in on site shop
• Family days with flying displays
• Enjoy a Costa coffee and a cake at our onsite cafe the common room
• Discounted membership at On site Gym
• Sodexo Rewards and Benefits
• Discounts at Sodexo partner brands
• Due to security requirements you must have been continuously resident in UK for last 3 years to apply for this position
• Check your local transport links here:

- the destination you should input is OX10 6AA
Job Introduction
Sodexobelieves that government agencies should foster an environment of respect,operating with efficiency and effectiveness to promote productivity. Weprioritize employee well-being and play a vital role in fostering strongercommunities.
This is a unique opportunity to join a Global leader in Catering and FM Management with over 430,000 staff worldwide, and support our Armed Services Personnel as a Hospitality Manager at RAF Benson, Ewelme, Wallingford, OX10 6AA.
Reporting to the General Manager, you'll be responsible for Front of House and back of House Catering/Hospitality and accommodation within the Mess. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow, develop and thrive in a management role.
Whatyou'll do:

• Oversee the provision of day to day catering services and plan and organise all hospitality events within the department.
• Manage a team of 15-20 staff, comprising of Front of House stewards, bar staff, Back of House kitchen staff and accommodation team
• Ensure catering standards are meeting customer and client expectations
• Ensure all cleaning standards are kept high in the accommodation areas and turnover of rooms are managed effectively to meet customer demand
• Maintain excellent client relationships and communicate with the day to day client at every opportunity - holding at least a weekly review meeting

What you bring:

• Knowledge of working in a management role within the soft FM service industry/Catering/Hospitality/Events/ Accommodation
• Good numerical, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Ability to analyse problems, develop opportunities and implement innovative solutions

What we offer:
Workingwith Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of somethinggreater. You'll belong in a company and team that values youfor you; you'll act with purpose and have an impact through your everydayactions; and you'll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

• Mental health & wellbeing support
• Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice
• 24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards
• Discounts for you & family
• Financial tools & retirement plan
• Cycle to Work & Paid volunteering day

Ready to be part ofsomething greater? Apply today!
Attached documents
Salary 28000 - 30000 + Sodexo Benefits
Frequency Annual
Job Reference SDX/TP/1964195/149226
Contract Type Permanent - Full Time
Closing Date 28 October, 2025
Job Category Catering Management
Business Unit UK Government
Location Ewelme, Wallingford, United Kingdom
No. of positions 1
Posted on 14 October, 2025

Skills Required