About The Company
OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award‑winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.
Mission & Values
Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values – Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.
About The Role
Shift pattern: 5 days per week, variable days.
As part of your role, your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
* Work with the Senior Chef to create seasonal food and drink menus for the site and any events for the client and its visitors.
* Oversee all staff, including kitchen assistants, chefs, and servers, ensuring that the team’s creations meet the client’s needs and that all legal and company requirements are met daily.
* Be responsible for training team members on menus, serving procedures, company etiquette, safety standards, and regulations.
* Adhere to budgets set by the line manager when planning catering operations, allocating the budget for food, cooking equipment, staffing, and equipment.
* Establish relationships with vendors and ensure that food and other supplies are bought from the correct vendor, ensuring the best prices are obtained.
What We Are Looking For
* Experience at a multi‑site level within Contract Catering.
* The ability and interest in being hands‑on and visible at sites when visiting.
* Operations management or a related catering qualification at NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
* Strong natural leadership qualities who gain follow‑ship.
* Logical problem‑solving skills, able to think on their feet.
Ideal Candidate Criteria
* Right to work in the UK.
* Prepared to undergo a DBS or Enhanced Security Check.
* Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Hospitality Management is beneficial.
* Extensive experience in the management of catering operations and teams is essential.
* Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a team of catering managers.
* Ability to develop strong relationships with clients and catering managers to ensure expectations are met.
* Effective in planning and coordinating catering services within the designated area.
* Food hygiene certificate (Level 3) is advantageous, though not mandatory.
How to Apply
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We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.
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