Food Service Executive

3 weeks ago


ChesterleStreet, Durham, United Kingdom Holroyd Howe Full time
Operations Director - England

Job Overview

As an Operations Director, your primary objective is to collaborate closely with your teams to foster a positive work environment and collectively deliver outstanding customer experiences.

In addition to possessing exceptional presentation, organizational, and communication skills, you will showcase a genuine enthusiasm for culinary excellence and service.

  • Work in tandem with the kitchen staff to create well-balanced and nutritious menus that accommodate various dietary needs and preferences.
  • Oversee and manage the catering budget, ensuring cost-effective practices while upholding quality standards.
  • Build strong partnerships with educational administrators and faculty members.
  • Recruit, train, mentor, and inspire catering personnel.
  • Ensure adherence to food safety regulations, hygiene standards, and quality assurance protocols.
  • Identify avenues for growth, innovation, and enhancement in menu offerings, service delivery, and operational efficiency.
  • Maintain strict compliance with health and safety regulations, ensuring a tidy and organized kitchen environment.


Company Overview

Title: Operations Director

Location: Kent

Salary: 55K

Benefits:

  • 28 days of holiday including public holidays
  • 3 days for volunteering
  • 3 days of grandparent leave
  • 24 weeks of enhanced maternity leave
  • Tailored training and development opportunities
  • Pension and life insurance
  • Discounts available through our HAPI app; covering high street shops, vacations, and cinema
  • Wellbeing resources
  • Access to an employee assistance program
  • Complimentary meals during work hours
  • Opportunities for career advancement
  • HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Operations Director with a background in exceptional food service management to join our team in a prestigious educational setting.

If you are dedicated to crafting delightful dining experiences that inspire young minds and tantalize taste buds, this role is an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise.

This position offers a remarkable chance for a talented Operations Director to establish a reputation within the food service sector and contribute to setting new benchmarks in educational catering.



Qualifications
  • Demonstrated experience as an Operations Director or Deputy Operations Director in a high-volume, quality-driven environment.
  • Proven ability to manage, train, and support a team effectively.
  • Financially savvy, with strong analytical skills to create and maintain budgets while driving commercial success.
  • Excellent coaching, delegation, and influencing capabilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while thriving under pressure.
  • Strong multitasking skills, with the ability to prioritize responsibilities and adapt to changing circumstances.
  • Meticulous organizational skills and keen attention to detail.
  • Empathetic, clear, and effective verbal and written communication.
  • Capacity to respond to challenges and opportunities with a solution-oriented mindset.
  • Strong strategic thinking and critical reasoning abilities.


Additional Information

Holroyd Howe is a leading contract catering company in the UK, specializing in providing fresh, innovative food services exclusively to independent schools and colleges. Our team of experienced professionals tailors our catering services to meet the unique needs of children of all ages.

We invest in our teams' training and development to equip them with the necessary skills for success. Our dedicated specialists customize our catering services to cater to the specific requirements of our clients.

Our Commitment to:

Sustainability

Sustainability is integral to our philosophy; we are always mindful of the ethics of our sourcing and meal preparation.

Nutrition

We prioritize nutrition and recognize the impact a healthy diet has on crucial developmental years. All meals are freshly prepared from scratch using nutritious ingredients.

Culinary Innovation

We offer a diverse range of training opportunities and experiences, attracting chefs who are passionate about culinary excellence and menu innovation. From tasting events and themed days to chef demonstrations, we create engaging dining experiences for our students, making mealtimes fun and exploratory.

Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe are regarded as regulated activity, and we will require an Enhanced DBS check for all successful applicants.

This appointment is contingent upon satisfactory professional references.

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