We're currently recruiting a dedicated Catering Manager to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in Chartwells. As a Catering Manager, you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.
Responsibilities
* Overall efficient and effective management of the contract to ensure great quality, consistent food and beverage services across all areas.
* Maintain positive client relationships.
* Plan the contract and resources to deliver a first‑class service to our clients and customers.
* Manage, recruit, develop and train team members.
* Ensure the contract is fully compliant with company policies and procedures.
* Deliver on the agreed financial budget and run commercially in line with net income and cost targets.
Qualifications
* Previous chef experience.
* Experience in contract catering.
* Experience of leading and managing teams to deliver results.
* Track record of growing sales and retaining business.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills.
* Strong leadership with the ability to motivate and engage teams.
* Ability to liaise with colleagues, customers and clients at all levels.
* Quality and process driven with particular focus on delivering results.
* Compliance with company policies and procedures in line with client agreements.
* IT literate (MS Office, Email).
Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over a quarter of a century, Chartwells has been focusing on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges and universities across the UK. Chartwells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all employees to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to successfully completing pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and a Children’s Barred List check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and we ask applicants to declare all previous convictions and cautions in order to assess their suitability to work with children.
Benefits
* Monday to Friday
* Term time only
* Contributory pension scheme
* Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
* Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP and wider healthcare benefits
* Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking and many more
* Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
* Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
* Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
* Wind down with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
* You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
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