Culinary Operations Manager

1 month ago


Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Cardiff County Council Full time
About The Service

Cardiff Education Catering provides a comprehensive food service to secondary, primary, and special schools in Cardiff, serving approximately one million meals annually. Our services include breakfast, lunch, and therapeutic diets for pupils, vending services, and occasional catering for business meetings.

About the Job

Based at St Cuthbert's Primary School, the successful candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of the catering facility, including business and service activities.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Manage the catering facility to ensure efficient and effective service delivery.
  2. Lead a team of staff to provide excellent customer service and maintain high standards of food quality and presentation.
  3. Develop and implement strategies to improve service efficiency, reduce costs, and increase customer satisfaction.
  4. Collaborate with colleagues to achieve business objectives and support the overall mission of Cardiff Education Catering.
What We Are Looking For

We are seeking a flexible and adaptable individual who can work effectively in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be customer-focused, able to work closely with colleagues, and open to change and different ways of working.



  • Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Gecko Hospitality Full time

    Gecko Hospitality is seeking a visionary leader to spearhead its culinary operations as a Culinary Operations Manager.About the Role:Lead the culinary team with a focus on maintaining the highest standards of excellence in food preparation and presentation.Implement efficient systems and procedures to ensure seamless service delivery across all dining...


  • Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Gecko Hospitality Full time

    Gecko Hospitality is seeking a visionary leader to spearhead its culinary operations as a Culinary Operations Manager.About the Role:Lead the culinary team with a focus on maintaining the highest standards of excellence in food preparation and presentation.Implement efficient systems and procedures to ensure seamless service delivery across all dining...


  • Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom beBee Professionals Full time £22,000 - £28,000

    We are seeking a skilled Culinary Section Manager to manage a specific section of our kitchen, ensuring high culinary standards are consistently met.Key Responsibilities:Oversee the preparation and presentation of dishes in your assigned section.Ensure the quality and consistency of dishes served.Assist in menu development and the creation of daily...

  • Culinary Manager

    3 weeks ago


    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Compass Group UK & Ireland Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced and skilled Chef Manager to join our team at Compass Group UK & Ireland. As a key member of our culinary team, you will be responsible for leading our onsite catering team and delivering exceptional food and service to our clients and customers.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage a team of 5 direct reports to...

  • Culinary Manager

    3 weeks ago


    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Compass Group UK & Ireland Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced and skilled Chef Manager to join our team at Compass Group UK & Ireland. As a key member of our culinary team, you will be responsible for leading our onsite catering team and delivering exceptional food and service to our clients and customers.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage a team of 5 direct reports to...


  • Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Greene King Full time

    {"Job Title": "Executive Culinary Specialist", "Job Description": "At Greene King, we're passionate about delivering exceptional dining experiences to our customers. As an Executive Culinary Specialist, you'll play a key role in bringing our menu to life, ensuring every dish that leaves our kitchen meets the highest standards of quality and presentation.Key...


  • Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Greene King Full time

    {"Job Title": "Executive Culinary Specialist", "Job Description": "At Greene King, we're passionate about delivering exceptional dining experiences to our customers. As an Executive Culinary Specialist, you'll play a key role in bringing our menu to life, ensuring every dish that leaves our kitchen meets the highest standards of quality and presentation.Key...

  • Culinary Specialist

    3 weeks ago


    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Accor Full time

    Chef de Partie Job DescriptionWe are seeking a skilled and motivated Chef de Partie to join our culinary team at Novotel Cardiff Centre. As a key member of our kitchen brigade, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality dishes and contributing to the smooth operation of our kitchen.Key Responsibilities:Manage your section to ensure efficient...

  • Culinary Specialist

    3 weeks ago


    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Accor Full time

    Chef de Partie Job DescriptionWe are seeking a skilled and motivated Chef de Partie to join our culinary team at Novotel Cardiff Centre. As a key member of our kitchen brigade, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality dishes and contributing to the smooth operation of our kitchen.Key Responsibilities:Manage your section to ensure efficient...

  • Culinary Specialist

    1 week ago


    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Accor Full time

    Accor is seeking a skilled Culinary Specialist to join our team at Novotel Cardiff Centre. As a key member of our kitchen brigade, you will be responsible for managing your section, producing high-quality dishes, and supervising commis chefs.Key Responsibilities:Manage your section to ensure smooth running services and high standards of production.Produce...


  • Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom beBee Professionals Full time £25,000 - £35,000

    Chef Position at beBee ProfessionalsWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chef to join our restaurant team in Cardiff, United Kingdom. As a key member of our kitchen, you will be responsible for preparing high-quality dishes, ensuring excellent food presentation, and maintaining high standards of kitchen hygiene.Key Responsibilities:Prepare and...


  • Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom beBee Professionals Full time £25,000 - £35,000

    Chef Position at beBee ProfessionalsWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chef to join our restaurant team in Cardiff, United Kingdom. As a key member of our kitchen, you will be responsible for preparing high-quality dishes, ensuring excellent food presentation, and maintaining high standards of kitchen hygiene.Key Responsibilities:Prepare and...


  • Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom IHG Hotels & Resorts Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a skilled and experienced Chef de Partie to join our culinary team at voco St David's Cardiff. As a key member of our kitchen team, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality food and exceptional customer service to our guests.Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare and cook a variety of dishes to the highest standards, using fresh...


  • Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom IHG Hotels & Resorts Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a skilled and experienced Chef de Partie to join our culinary team at voco St David's Cardiff. As a key member of our kitchen team, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality food and exceptional customer service to our guests.Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare and cook a variety of dishes to the highest standards, using fresh...

  • Bank Chef

    2 months ago


    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Shaw Healthcare Full time

    Culinary Expert OpportunityShaw Healthcare, a leading provider of healthcare services, is seeking a skilled Culinary Expert to join our team at Llwyn Teg. As a Culinary Expert, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, fresh, and home-cooked meals to our residents and staff.Key Responsibilities:Prepare and cook meals for residents and staff,...

  • Bank Chef

    2 months ago


    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Shaw Healthcare Full time

    Culinary Expert OpportunityShaw Healthcare, a leading provider of healthcare services, is seeking a skilled Culinary Expert to join our team at Llwyn Teg. As a Culinary Expert, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, fresh, and home-cooked meals to our residents and staff.Key Responsibilities:Prepare and cook meals for residents and staff,...


  • Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom beBee Professionals Full time £22,000 - £28,000

    We are seeking a skilled Culinary Team Member to manage a specific section of our kitchen, ensuring high culinary standards are consistently met.Key Responsibilities:Oversee the preparation and presentation of dishes in your assigned section.Ensure the quality and consistency of dishes served.Assist in menu development and the creation of daily...

  • Culinary Team Member

    1 month ago


    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom AccorHotel Full time

    Chef de Partie Job DescriptionWe are seeking a skilled and motivated Chef de Partie to join our culinary team at AccorHotel. As a key member of our kitchen brigade, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality dishes and providing exceptional service to our guests.Key Responsibilities:Manage your section to ensure smooth running services and high...

  • Culinary Team Member

    1 month ago


    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom AccorHotel Full time

    Chef de Partie Job DescriptionWe are seeking a skilled and motivated Chef de Partie to join our culinary team at AccorHotel. As a key member of our kitchen brigade, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality dishes and providing exceptional service to our guests.Key Responsibilities:Manage your section to ensure smooth running services and high...


  • Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom The Potting Shed Café Full time

    Culinary Excellence at The Potting Shed CaféWe are seeking a highly skilled and creative Executive Culinary Director to join our team at The Potting Shed Café. As a key member of our culinary team, you will be responsible for driving the growth of our culinary reputation and establishing Insole Court as a premier heritage and cultural destination in...