Hospitality Manager

Aramark NV; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A hospitality service provider in Cardiff seeks an experienced Hospitality Manager to oversee match day and event operations. The ideal candidate will lead a large team, ensure compliance with standards, and manage budgets while delivering exceptional guest experiences. This hands-on leadership role requires proven hospitality management skills and a passion for service excellence. Generous benefits, including annual leave and a pension scheme, are offered. Join us to enhance the guest experience at iconic events.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Benefits app with discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in hospitality management within stadiums, hotels, or large-scale venues.
• Ability to thrive under pressure and adapt quickly in a dynamic environment.
• Experience managing budgets and KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Manage all hospitality operations for match days, concerts and major events.
• Lead and motivate a large team of supervisors and service staff.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and food standards.

Skills

Leadership and people management skills

Organisational abilities

Problem-solving abilities

Commercial awareness

Job description

Aramark UK is proud to deliver premium hospitality at Principality Stadium – Wales’ most iconic venue. We’re looking for an established Hospitality Manager to lead our match day and event hospitality operations, ensuring exceptional service and unforgettable experiences for every guest.

This is a hands‑on leadership role in a fast‑paced environment. You’ll oversee the delivery of high‑quality hospitality across private suites, premium lounges and large‑scale banqueting, while driving operational excellence and team performance.

• Manage all hospitality operations for match days, concerts and major events
• Lead and motivate a large team of supervisors and service staff to deliver outstanding customer experiences
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and food standards at all times
• Work closely with culinary and operations teams to maintain service quality and consistency
• Oversee staffing plans, training and development to build a high‑performing team
• Monitor budgets, control costs and maximise profitability without compromising quality
• Act as the main point of contact for VIP clients and partners, ensuring exceptional service delivery

You’ll bring:

• Proven experience in hospitality management within stadiums, arenas, hotels, or large‑scale venues
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Excellent organisational and problem‑solving abilities
• Ability to thrive under pressure and adapt quickly in a dynamic environment
• Passion for hospitality and delivering premium guest experiences
• Commercial awareness and experience managing budgets and KPIs
• Generous annual leave that increases in line with service
• Pension scheme and life assurance
• Benefits app: discounts, online GP, mental health support and our EAP

If you already work for Aramark, you must notify your line manager before submitting your application.

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