Head of Food

3 weeks ago


Feltham, United Kingdom WilsonJones Catering Ltd Full time

We are currently seeking a Head of Food Development within a Education contract caterer.

As Head of Food Development you will manage the catering and hospitality operation for an education contract caterer, operating over 25 school sites in the primary and secondary school sector.

This position will suit an innovative senior operator, who is passionate about food quality, high standards of service and developing strong supplier & customer relationships to take the business to the next level.

Company Van supplied, and business mileage paid.

Typical Office hours - 8am - 4.30pm. Monday - Friday

52 weeks worked. 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays.

**Duties Include**:

- lead and manage the food development team.
- control and monitor the financial performance of the company food operation maintaining costs within pre-budgeted targets
- plan menus in consultation with school leaders and catering managers
- regularly monitor the quality of the product and service provided to customers
- liaise with suppliers and clients achieving the best prices while maintaining quality
- plan new promotions and initiatives, and contribute to business development
- keep abreast of trends and developments in the industry, such as menus or trends in consumer tastes.

**Person Specification / Skills & Experience**:

- previous experience in a senior catering general management role, with high expectation of service standards
- excellent customer focus and ability to communicate at all levels
- strong attention to detail and passionate about service development
- good commercial awareness
- passion for delivering great food and service
- strong adherence to Food Hygiene and Health & Safety
- the ability to think on your feet and take initiative
- tact and diplomacy
- administrative ability and IT literacy
- a well-organised approach to work
- flexibility and the ability to solve problems in a pressurised environment

WilsonJones Catering is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. Please note that a DBS disclosure is required for this role.

**Salary**: From £45,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Gym membership

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Feltham: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Management: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: AD/FDT


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