Officers Mess Manager

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Location: Northwood HQ, HA6 3HP
Salary: Up to £42,867.41 (dependent on experience)
Hours: Permanent, full-time | 40 hours per week

Lead with purpose. Deliver with pride.
At Aramark UK, we believe hospitality has the power to make a real difference—especially when it supports those who serve. We’re looking for an exceptional Officers’ Mess Manager to lead a dedicated team at Northwood HQ, delivering outstanding service to the Armed Forces community.

This is a rewarding leadership role where professionalism, attention to detail and genuine care for service come together. If you thrive in a structured, high standards environment and want your work to truly matter, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

What’s in it for you?

• A rare work–life balance in hospitality — predominantly weekday hours, typically 9am–5pm, with your evenings free
• Competitive salary up to £42,867.41, depending on experience
• Free uniform and on-site parking
• Generous annual leave, increasing with service, plus the option to buy more
• Life assurance and a company pension scheme
• Benefits platform giving you access to hundreds of discounts, free mortgage advice, cycle to work scheme, health cash plans, online GP appointments, and our Employee Assistance Programme
• Career development opportunities — we promote from within and offer apprenticeships and training to help you grow and succeed

The role:

• As Officers’ Mess Manager, you’ll take full ownership of the day-to-day operation, ensuring the Mess runs seamlessly and members always receive a first-class experience. You will:
• Lead, motivate and manage your team to deliver outstanding service
• Organise and oversee formal functions, hospitality events, and official dinners
• Manage reception operations, cash handling, and company administration
• Act as a key point of contact for members, resolving queries professionally and promptly
• Maintain high standards of compliance, presentation, and service delivery.

What we’re looking for:

• UK resident for the past 3 years with the right to work in the UK (security clearance required)
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant discipline
• Previous supervisory or management experience, ideally within hospitality
• Strong financial and budget management awareness
• Confident IT skills with excellent organisational and communication abilities.

Why Aramark UK?

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive. As a proud Disability Confident and Forces Friendly employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.

We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any accommodations or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – [email protected]

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

If you are applying for this role and you already work for Aramark, you must notify your line manager before submitting your application.

Job reference: 642616.