Operations Manager Review
at Compass group
Degree Apprenticeship
Hospitality Management
Brighton and Hove
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
3.1 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
2.5/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
2.8/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
3/5
I run the retail and hospitality for the University of Sussex ensuring exceptional standards are set and met, whilst driving efficiency
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
2/5
Programme was often disjointed form the provider side, with little support available from tutor. Employer was able to offer me increased exposure and opportunities to work in other areas of Compass Group
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Yes, broader business management skills
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
It was okay, final year modules were offered but not all available so i didn't get to specialize in the subjects i was most interested in
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
My initial manager was great and made sure i had time and autonomy to do the work.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
2/5
A pretty standard amount, i prefer to work fairly independently but was often left waiting for advice and support which was delayed.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
It gave me a broader understanding of how other functions and department operate not only in the hospitality industry but other industries that i could draw on in my day to day. I was also able to have better more directive conversations with SME's
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
1/5
No,
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Compass group to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Faultless in terms of offering and supporting development activities, the only thing that is challenging is the opportunities for progression and application. This often makes me look elsewhere for a role where i can implement and pursue these areas.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Compass group?
Look past the initial role and see the potential for development and pivot into other areas that may be of interest
