Mobile Caterer

1 month ago


Wakefield, United Kingdom Wakefield Hospice Full time

**Summary of Role**

22.5 hours

35 holidays including bank holiday (pro rota)

Do you have a flare and a passion for food? An exciting opportunity to join an expanding catering department is available

The post holder will be responsible for the ongoing development of our external catering initiative, the Munchkin. This mobile catering unit needs developing for the purpose of income generation

Key to the success of the post will be to have a flare for food, creative cooking and initiative

It will be essential to demonstrate due regard for excellent food hygiene, quality and safety issues

The post holder will be expected to develop new and creative catering offerings

1. Develop the Munchkin into an income generating business for the Hospice.

2. Review and develop new catering opportunities to generate income.

3. Up/cross selling and value add services to suit customer needs and maximise profits.

4. Demonstrate an adaptable response to customers and situations presented to you.

5. Maximise the use of external catering offerings including the Munchkin.

6. Deliver excellent catering in accordance with the Hygiene standards.

7. Explore and develop catering opportunities to provide income generation

8. Ensure that all hygiene and food safety standards are met.

9. Develop and deliver food excellence that will attract and retain customers.

10. Ensure high standards of cleanliness and hygiene are practiced in all hospice catering venues at all times.

11. Support and work alongside volunteers, managing and motivating them to ensure maximum productivity.

12. Work with the budget ‘spend and income’ guidelines to ensure that hospice catering businesses generate sufficient contribution to meet their targets.

13. Identify and enhance profitability and review catering trends.

14. Carry out any other duties which may from time to time be requested in the interest of the Hospice including working at cash generating initiatives designed to strengthen our position within the local community.

15. Work collaboratively and creatively with the Hospice catering team to maximise opportunities.

16. Develop the Wakefield Hospice brand.

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £10.36-£11.48 per hour

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

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

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (preferred)



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