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Catering Operations Manager

Please Note: The application deadline for this job has now passed.

Job Introduction

An innovative senior catering professional is required to join the team at a prestigious independent school. The role combines both daily catering operational management with the strategic development of the food offering and service delivery. This opportunity will suit a dynamic and forward thinking individual who is able to drive daily operational excellence as well as inject passion and flair into the development of services. If you are a business manager with a proven track record in delivering strong operational management, innovative solutions and building strong client relationships then this will be the next step for your career.

Role Responsibility

  • Efficient management of the catering and hospitality services, working closely with the client to develop these services and ensure a first class student dining experience
  • Effectively lead and engage the team to deliver an outstanding and efficient service to both client and students.
  • Control and monitor the financial performance of the unit and to maintain costs within pre-budgeted targets.
  • Work closely with the Head Chef to ensure all food is prepared fresh and to a high standard as per the service level agreement, Company policy and current legislation
  • Establish and maintain satisfactory relationships with individuals at all levels within the Company and the Client organisation.
  • Implement and maintain the Statutory and Company standards of hygiene, health and safety and take any action as is necessary.

The Ideal Candidate

  • Previous experience in a senior management role within a customer services environment such as hospitality, catering or events
  • Experience of managing, developing and engaging a team within a catering environment
  • Demonstrable background of managing events and functions
  • Good financial awareness and ability to manage within budgetary constraints.
  • Excellent communication skills both verbally and written
  • Passion for delivering great food and 5* service
  • Knowledge of Food Hygiene and Health & Safety
  • City & Guilds 1 & 2 Catering or NVQ equivalent

Package Description

Plus access to a range of corporate benefits

About the Company

In the UK and Ireland, Sodexo employs some 35,000 employees to deliver integrated facilities management services to clients at over 2,000 locations in the corporate, healthcare, education, leisure, defence and justice sectors. With an annual turnover of over £1bn, we provide everything from catering, cleaning and reception to security, laboratory and grounds maintenance services, enabling our clients to focus on their core business.

Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young persons and vulnerable adults. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and/ or Disclosure Scotland (Scotland).

Salary up to £40,000 dependent on experience
Frequency Annual
Job Reference SDX/TP/19/9670/LN
Contract Type Fixed Term – Full Time
Closing Date 05 January, 2015
Job Category Catering Management
Business Unit UK Schools
Location Cheshire, England
Posted on 10 February, 2014

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