Culinary Operations Manager — Lead Food & Teams

Compass Group UK; Poole; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in Poole is seeking an ambitious Chef Manager to oversee high-quality food preparation and team management. You will identify improvement opportunities, train staff, and manage budgets within a vibrant culinary environment. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications, passion for food, and excellent communication skills, ensuring top-notch customer service and adherence to health standards.

Qualifications

• Experience managing teams in a similar role.
• Passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service.
• Ability to work under pressure and demonstrate exceptional timekeeping.

Responsibilities

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights clients.
• Identifying opportunities to improve food service.
• Training teams and leading by example.
• Managing budgets and meeting financial targets.
• Implementing Health & Safety standards.

Skills

Excellent culinary skills

Team management

Budget management

Communication

Health & Safety standards knowledge

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent

Job description

A leading catering company in Poole is seeking an ambitious Chef Manager to oversee high-quality food preparation and team management. You will identify improvement opportunities, train staff, and manage budgets within a vibrant culinary environment. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications, passion for food, and excellent communication skills, ensuring top-notch customer service and adherence to health standards.