Food Service Manager

Compass Group PLC; Dartford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in Dartford is seeking an experienced Food Service Manager to oversee culinary and catering operations. You will lead a passionate team to deliver exceptional food experiences while ensuring compliance with Health & Safety standards. The ideal candidate possesses strong management skills, a Basic Food Hygiene certificate, and a passion for customer service. This full-time role offers robust training and numerous employee benefits, aiming to foster personal growth and a positive work culture.

Benefits

Great operational training and development

Life assurance scheme

Personal Development and Training opportunities

Wellbeing strategy

Holiday purchase scheme

High street discount vouchers

Qualifications

• Previous management experience in a similar role.
• Fast-paced environment adaptable.
• Ability to motivate and train teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage culinary and catering teams for quality service.
• Oversee catering operations including budgets and KPIs.
• Train and support teams to excel in their roles.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Passionate about great-tasting food

Exceptional customer service

Financial acumen

Education

Basic Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

We're recruiting an experienced Food Service Manager who is passionate about exceptional food and world‑class customer service, and who can confidently motivate our team to be the best they can possibly be for CH&CO on a full‑time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week. As a Food Service Manager, you will have the presence and personality to influence the day‑to‑day business, helping us deliver truly incredible food experiences. In return, you'll have the opportunity to progress your catering career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Responsibilities

• Managing our culinary and catering teams to ensure we continue to deliver impeccable food and customer service
• Overseeing the catering operations, including completing weekly business returns, monitoring budgets, and implementing action plans
• Communicating regularly with your line manager to monitor KPIs and targets
• Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image
• Supporting and training our teams, leading from the front to make sure everyone can excel in their role
• Implementing and reviewing Health & Safety standards to ensure compliance across all catering and service teams

Qualifications

• Have previous management experience in a similar role
• Have excellent communication and organisational skills
• Be passionate about great‑tasting food and exceptional customer service
• Demonstrate brilliant financial acumen
• Be comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment
• Hold a Basic Food Hygiene certificate

Benefits

• Great operational training and development
• Life assurance scheme
• Personal Development and Training opportunities – We are passionate about our growing team
• A great wellbeing strategy – including access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Regular social events and communication with our leaders
• A holiday purchase scheme
• Access to some great high street discount vouchers