Chef Manager

Manchester Arndale; South Normanton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in South Normanton is seeking a Catering Operations Manager to oversee food quality and manage a team. The ideal candidate has experience in contract catering, budgeting knowledge, and excellent customer service skills. Responsibilities include menu creation, staff training, and ensuring compliance with standards. This role offers a chance for professional development within a diverse and inclusive team.

Qualifications

• Proven extensive experience in managing contract catering operations.
• Ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a team.
• Experience in building client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Create seasonal food and drink menus.
• Oversee food quality, presentation, and service.
• Train team members on procedures and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership skills

Excellent customer service skills

Financial management

Communication skills

Time-management

Education

Level 3 in Catering and Hospitality or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office, especially Excel

Job description

Overview

About The Company: OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

Role and Responsibilities

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, 7am - 3pm

As part of your role, your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Work with the team to create seasonal food and drink menus for the site and any events for the client and its visitors
• Hands on in the kitchen, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation and service
• Oversee all staff, ensuring that the team’s creations meet the client’s needs. They must also ensure that all legal and company requirements are met daily
• You will be responsible for training your team members on menus, serving procedures, company etiquette, safety standards, and regulations
• Recruit new staff to meet workload demands
• Work within budgets set by their line manager when planning catering operations, allocating the budget for food, cooking equipment, staffing, and equipment
• Establish relationships with vendors and ensure that food and other supplies are bought from the correct vendor, ensuring the best prices are obtained

Qualifications

What are we looking for?

• Have proven and extensive experience in the management of contract catering operations and teams
• You need to possess a Level 3 in Catering and Hospitality or equivalent
• You should have proven leadership skills, with the ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a team
• Experienced in building relationships with clients and staff, ensuring that the client’s expectations are met every day
• Can work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing demands is crucial

The ideal candidate

• Must have the Right to Work in the UK
• Understand financial management, budgeting, and cost control
• Excellent customer service skills are essential
• Can handle complex situations and find practical solutions
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Good time-management and organisational abilities
• Competent with Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel
• While not always mandatory, having a food hygiene certificate (Level 3) is advantageous

How to Apply

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Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.