Food Operations Manager

1 month ago


Skelmersdale, Lancashire, United Kingdom Compass Group UK & Ireland Full time
Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Culinary Services Leader to oversee all catering and service operations for a major High Street brand.

This role offers the opportunity to progress your catering career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

About the Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring our kitchens and service counters run smoothly and delivering truly incredible food experiences.

  • Preparing delicious food to the highest standards
  • Supervising culinary and catering teams to ensure impeccable food and customer service
  • Overseeing the efficiency of all in-unit catering operations, including managing inventories and implementing action plans
  • Communicating regularly with line managers to monitor KPIs and targets
  • Representing Compass Group UK & Ireland and maintaining a positive brand image
  • Liaising between customers and culinary and service teams to exceed expectations
  • Supporting and training teams, leading from the front to enable everyone to excel in their role
  • Implementing and reviewing Health & Safety standards to ensure compliance across all catering and service teams

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years of catering experience, hold relevant qualifications such as NVQ Level 1 & 2 or City & Guilds 706/1 and 2, and possess excellent communication and organisational skills.



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