Culinary Operations Manager

3 days ago


Rochdale, Rochdale, United Kingdom Dine Contract Catering Full time
Catering Excellence in Rochdale

Competitive salary: £32,000 per annum (DOE)

We are seeking an experienced Catering Manager with a culinary background to join our team at Dine Contract Catering in Rochdale. As the Culinary Operations Manager, you will be responsible for providing exceptional service to staff and customers while guiding and motivating your team to achieve their best.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a leading contract catering company that prides itself on offering personalized food services to clients in the business and industry sector. With over two decades of experience, we have developed a passion for creating great-tasting menus that promote sustainability and support local suppliers and communities.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  1. Leading a team of 40 staff members, including 4 direct reports, to deliver high-quality food and exceptional customer service to up to 3000 customers daily.
  2. Preparing delicious and nutritious meals that meet the highest standards of quality and presentation.
  3. Maintaining a clean and hygienic kitchen environment and ensuring the correct use of all equipment and machinery.
  4. Managing stock levels, ordering supplies, and maintaining accurate records.
  5. Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards and ensuring that all staff members adhere to these guidelines.

To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • Excellent culinary skills and prior experience in contract catering within a business and industry environment.
  • Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire your team.
  • IT literacy, including Microsoft Office and email communication.
  • A thorough understanding of business management principles and their application in a kitchen environment.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • 28 days annual leave, increasing by 3 days after 2 years' service.
  • A financial wellbeing programme and discounted rates on salary finance products.
  • A Medicash health cash plan, providing cash back on medical treatments, including dental, optical, and consultant appointments.
  • A pension scheme and life assurance.
  • An employee assistance programme and holiday purchase scheme.
  • Recognition awards, including peer recognition and long-service awards.
  • Employee networks, led by employees for employees.
  • Exclusive benefits and wellbeing site (Perks at Work).
  • Entertainment, health, and wellbeing discounts, as well as shopping discounts up to 15% off at high street and online stores.
  • Vodafone discounts and ongoing training and development opportunities.

As part of Compass Group UK&I, you will be part of a leading business that feeds people, fuels progress, and forges connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career and benefit from competitive pay, great perks, and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development.



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