Soft Services Management
| Location | Duration | Kenyan Cost | Non-Kenyan Cost | Upcoming Schedules |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nairobi, Kenya | 5 Days | KES 100,000 | USD 1,300 |
| Location | Duration | Non-Kenyan Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online | 5 Days | USD 550 |
| Register |
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Soft Services Management
About the Course
This course is designed to develop professionals in the planning, delivery, and management of
soft facilities management services. Covering areas such as cleaning, security, catering,
landscaping, reception, and mailroom services, the course equips participants to manage
integrated soft service functions efficiently and to the highest standards.
Target Participants
- ● Soft services managers and supervisors
- ● Facilities managers with responsibility for non-technical services
- ● Security and reception supervisors
- ● Catering and hospitality managers
- ● Contract and service delivery managers
What You Will Learn
- ● Understand the scope and importance of soft services in facilities management
- ● Manage multiple soft service functions within a single environment
- ● Develop service delivery standards and monitor performance
- ● Manage contracts and service-level agreements for soft services
- ● Lead and develop soft services teams
- ● Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements
- ● Handle guest services and stakeholder expectations effectively
- ● Manage budgets and cost control for soft services
- ● Apply technology to monitor and improve service delivery
- ● Drive continuous improvement across all soft service areas
Course Duration
- ● Face-to-face workshops: 5 days
- ● Virtual Training: 7 days
- ● LMS: Self-paced learning
Course Outline
Introduction to Soft Services Management
- ● Definition and scope of soft services in FM
- ● Overview of key soft service functions
- ● Definition and scope of soft services in FM
- ● Soft services within the integrated FM model
- ● Role of the soft services manager
- ● Service delivery frameworks and best practices
Front-of-House and Guest Services
- ● Reception management and visitor experience
- ● Switchboard and communication services
- ● Mailroom and document management
- ● Concierge and hospitality services
- ● Managing first impressions and customer experience
Security Management
- ● Principles of physical security management
- ● Access control and surveillance systems
- ● Security staffing and supervision
- ● Emergency response and incident management
- ● Legal and compliance considerations in security
Catering and Food Services Management
- ● Overview of workplace catering models
- ● Food safety and hygiene legislation
- ● Menu planning and nutritional standards
- ● Managing catering contractors and vendors
- ● Sustainability in food service operations
Grounds and Landscaping Management
- ● Principles of grounds and landscape management
- ● Seasonal maintenance planning
- ● Sustainable landscaping and biodiversity
- ● Managing grounds maintenance contractors
- ● Health and safety in grounds operations
Performance and Contract Management
- ● Setting KPIs and service standards for soft services
- ● Contract management and SLA monitoring
- ● Supplier performance reviews
- ● Budgeting and cost management for soft services
- ● Continuous improvement and innovation in service delivery
Training Approach
This course will be delivered through a coaching-first approach that goes beyond traditional
instruction. Whether in our Nairobi classroom, live virtual cohorts, or through our White Label
LMS, participants engage in a safe and nonjudgmental learning environment designed for
meaningful transformation.
We focus on the individual behind the professional title, connecting with the heart before
training the mind. This approach encourages reflection, practical application, and deeper
engagement, ensuring that learning is not only understood but also internalized and applied with
confidence.
Certification
Participants will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the course, recognizing their
knowledge and practical competence.
Customized Training Solutions
This course can also be delivered as a tailor-made program, designed to address the specific
needs, priorities, and operational challenges of your organization.