My job Canteen Manager Location: Llanidloes Reports to: Site Director The Canteen Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the canteen. This includes planning menus, ordering supplies, preparing and serving food, and managing staff. The Canteen Manager will also be responsible for managing budgets, enforcing health and safety regulations, and providing customer service. The ideal candidate should have strong organizational and communication skills, as well as experience in the food service industry. Key Responsibilities: Ordering of stock including raising/receipting POs on SAP End of day / week / month accounts Continuously review menus and Preparing and cooking of food Continuously review processes/procedures including compliance documentation to ensure we are compliant with legislation Lead onsite events such as summer BBQ and staff Christmas dinner Work with suppliers to minimise spend on stock whilst ensuring quality menu offering Identify ways to maximise footfall i.e. theme days Participate in on site engagement activities i.e. Free Breakfast Fridays / charity fundraising Stock taking and product rotation Serving of food and beverages Collect monies and operate cash till Responsible for cashing up at the end of the shift Cleaning of kitchen equipment, worktops, tables and floors Opening/Closing canteen and the start/end of shift Report faults so they can be put right quickly to avoid downtime and potential loss of stock New menu ideas including buffet options Buffets / refreshments for on-site meetings Comply with company health and safety standards at all times and ensure work areas are kept clean and tidy Comply with food hygiene standards at all times Comply with all COSHH and HACCP guidelines Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications: Keeps up to date with relevant legislation affecting staff catering facilities Previous Management experience Previous experience running canteen kitchen Good verbal, written and numerical skills Well organised A team player Self-motivated Friendly individual with focus on customer service Good PC skills Coaching and mentoring Social media activities Why Work for Pilgrims Europe? At Pilgrims Europe, we recognise that our people drive our success. Joining us means becoming part of a respected and forward-thinking agri-food business committed to excellence, sustainability, and continuous improvement. Youll enjoy: Competitive salary Generous holiday entitlement plus the option to buy additional days Autonomy in how you deliver results Comprehensive wellbeing support and employee assistance programmes Professional development opportunities with access to leadership training and mentoring Employee discounts and access to a range of benefits through our rewards platform A values-driven culture built on trust, teamwork, and respect Our values shape everything we do at Pilgrims Europe: Availability - Were open and ready for new challenges. Humility - We listen, respect, and value every voice. Discipline - We deliver on our commitments. Sincerity - We are honest and authentic in every interaction. Simplicity, Ownership, and Determination - We focus on what matters most to achieve success together. Join Us Apply now and help us continue building a sustainable, efficient, and high-performing business for the future. The company Pilgrims Europe produces some of the best-known and most iconic brands in the UK and Ireland, including Fridge Raiders, Rollover, Denny, Richmond, Oakhouse and Moy Park, alongside a diverse range of industry leading own-label products in categories including fresh pork, lamb and chicken, working with all the major retailers and food service outlets. Our portfolio extends to authentic chilled and frozen ready meals, snacking ranges, added value and food service products. Across Pilgrims Europe we combine 20,000 of the best people in the industry, united by a shared set of core values and a passion for producing the highest quality, most delicious and innovative food, which is enjoyed by millions of people in the UK, Ireland and Europe every day. Our Pilgrims Europe team are based in our Pilgrims UK, Moy Park, Pilgrims Food Masters and Pilgrims Shared Services businesses. What well bring to the table Competitive Salary Competitive Holiday Entitlement Pension Contribution Family Friendly Policies Learning and Development Opportunities Life Assurance People matter Previous Next Our values Determination Simplicity Availability Humility Discipline Sincerity Ownership