Job Description
Resurrected Bites CEO
Permanent | 22.5–30 hours per week | Home-based with travel across Harrogate, Killinghall & Knaresborough
Closing date: 9am on 27th March 2026
Food surplus and food insecurity exist side by side. We operate a practical, disciplined model that tackles both.
Resurrected Bites runs community groceries and give-as-you-can cafés, redirecting good food into communities while preventing waste. The model works — environmentally and financially. Now we are appointing a Chief Executive Officer to lead the next phase.
This is a hands-on executive role. Strategic oversight and operational grip are equally important.
The Brief
You will:
* Set and deliver strategy with the Board
* Protect financial sustainability through disciplined budgeting, income generation and risk management
* Strengthen operational performance across warehouse, groceries and cafés
* Ensure full compliance across safeguarding, food safety, GDPR and health & safety
* Lead and develop staff and volunteers
* Act as Safeguarding Lead, Safety Officer and Data Protection Officer
* Build high-trust partnerships with funders, landlords, businesses and community stakeholders
* Represent the organisation confidently in public forums and media
This role requires commercial awareness alongside social purpose. The model must remain viable, resilient and scalable.
What We’re Looking For
* Proven senior leadership experience
* Strong financial oversight and budget management capability
* Track record of strategic development and change management
* Experience managing people and building effective teams
* Confidence in public speaking and stakeholder engagement
* Operational discipline and attention to detail
* Ability to work independently while maintaining strong Board relationships
Experience in food, process improvement or the charity sector is advantageous but not essential.
The Offer
* Permanent contract
* Flexible 22.5–30 hours per week
* Home-based with regular local travel
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
* Pension contribution
* Expenses reimbursed in line with policy