Job Details
The Company and the Role:
The Company has been around since the early 90`s and has become a leading contract caterer in the area of education which accounts for around 90% of their units with the remaining 10% being Business and Industry outlets e.g. staff restaurants etc.
They have achieved consistent growth year after year by keeping the core values upon which the Company was founded.
Their catering teams are skilled in the art of transforming fresh, seasonal ingredients into nutritious home-cooked meals that support healthier lifestyles and enable customers of all ages to perform at their best throughout the day.
As the Catering Manager you will be required to lead the catering team of 8 staff working in an independent School in Reading. You would be expected to be in your Chef Whites on a daily basis and be very hands on. This is a full time, permanent role
Key Features of the Role:
As the Catering Manager you will be overall responsible for providing a breakfast and lunch and dinner service for over 1000 pupils on a daily basis.
Develop and continually strive to improve the performance and skills of all catering staff, plan and deliver training as required.
Follow, without compromise, the company`s policies, procedures, administrative systems and contractual terms with the delivery of these client focussed services.
Planning, organising and controlling the establishments operations to ensure that the food quality, presentation and services are provided to the appropriate standards set.
Understanding of requirements both operational and financial and to strive to exceed their expectations through a pro-active, responsible and committed approach.
Ensure that the Company Personal and Food Hygiene Policy and procedures are applied continuously and that there are no breaches Statutory or Local Authority regulations.
Knowledge and Skills:
Be an accomplished Catering / Chef Manager with previous contract catering experience within large volume catering incorporating client liaison experience.
Have good knowledge of finances as you will be required to assist in Annual Budgets and then achieve and maintain the food costing accordance to the budget.
Must be able to attain a satisfactory Enhanced DBS Disclosure or security clearance, cleared Bared List Check essential and compliance with safeguarding regulations.
Current and full driving licence and reliable vehicle
COSHH/PPE knowledge
Have the confidence and skills to plan menus, order food and light equipment in accordance with the company`s purchasing policy.
Able to demonstrate that you are a team player
A great leader, proven motivator, able to achieve production goals.
Have the ability to build and maintain strong client relationships
Ideally practical experience supported by an NVQ level 2 Professional Cookery or equivalent
A real passion for fresh food
Proven craft and management skills
What`s on Offer?
A basic salary between £30,000 - £35,000 per annum
Excellent training and opportunities for career progression
High street and on-line discount scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
4.2 weeks paid holiday
Term time only + 10 days
40 hours a week, Monday - Friday
Excellent pension scheme.
This is a fantastic role for a Catering Manager who is happy to work early evenings but no weekends and have the luxury of limited working weeks due to school holidays.
Applicants Please Note:
Do not apply for this vacancy unless you are an experienced Catering Manager or Chef Manager within the Educational Sector
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