Catering Operations Leader

3 weeks ago

Ashford, United Kingdom Holroyd Howe Careers Full time
Catering Operations Leader - Kent


The ideal Catering Operations Leader will oversee all facets of food service operations, encompassing planning, logistics, and execution, while demonstrating exceptional client relationship management skills.

This role is fast-paced and demands superior communication and organizational abilities, along with a meticulous attention to detail.


  • Enhance team performance through effective leadership, support, and coaching.
  • Foster a culture that prioritizes individual and team development, with continuous improvement of service standards.
  • Meet and exceed all financial objectives.
  • Ensure compliance with all company and legal Health & Safety regulations.
  • Exhibit strong communication and interpersonal skills, confidently engaging with senior management and board members.
  • Possess excellent commercial insight and strategic thinking.
  • Identify new opportunities and formulate strategies to capitalize on them.
  • Deliver an outstanding food experience that is regularly assessed and refined to meet customer expectations.
Company Overview

Location: Kent
Salary: Up to 65,000
Benefits:
  • 33 days of holiday, including bank holidays
  • 3 volunteering days
  • 3 days of grandparent leave
  • 24 weeks of enhanced maternity leave
  • Customized training and development opportunities
  • Pension and life insurance
  • Discounts available through our HAPI app for various retailers, holidays, and cinema
  • Wellbeing hub
  • Access to an employee assistance program
  • Complimentary meals during work hours
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels

Holroyd Howe stands as one of the UK's premier contract caterers, dedicated to providing innovative food services exclusively to independent schools and colleges.

Our team of seasoned professionals tailors our catering services to meet the unique needs of children of all ages, ensuring we address the specific requirements of each educational institution.

We are committed to equipping our teams with the necessary skills for success through substantial investment in their training and development.

Our exceptional specialists customize our catering services to cater to children of all ages, fulfilling the distinct needs of our clients.

At Holroyd Howe, we present an exciting opportunity for a driven and experienced Catering Operations Leader to manage a portfolio of established and new clients throughout Kent.

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

Qualifications

  • Demonstrated experience in a similar role at a senior management level.
  • A proven, hands-on leader committed to team investment and development.
  • Outgoing and enthusiastic, with a genuine passion for food and customer service.
  • Strong knowledge of Health & Safety regulations.
  • Financially savvy with robust IT skills.
  • Innovative, creative, and driven by excellence.
  • Current with food trends.
  • Exceptional organizational and communication skills, coupled with a proactive approach.
  • Solid understanding of report writing and financial management.
  • A successful background in catering, hospitality, or retail at the relevant level.
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities, capable of devising and implementing strategies that benefit both the company and the client.
Additional Information

We take pride in our commitment to:

Sustainability

Sustainability is integral to our operations; we are always conscious of the ethics surrounding our sourcing and meal preparation.

Nutrition

We prioritize nutrition and recognize the importance of a healthy diet during crucial developmental years. All meals are freshly prepared from scratch, using nutritious ingredients.

Food Innovation

We offer a diverse range of training opportunities and experiences, attracting chefs who are passionate about culinary excellence and menu innovation to our team.

Through engaging activities such as tasting tables, themed days, and chef demonstrations, we create enjoyable dining experiences for our students.

We collaborate to make mealtimes exploratory and enjoyable, helping students build strong and healthy relationships with food.

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