Culinary Operations Manager

1 week ago


Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Compass Group UK Full time

We are seeking an experienced Culinary Operations Manager to oversee catering and service operations for a major High Street brand on a part-time basis. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for ensuring our kitchens and service counters run smoothly and delivering exceptional food experiences.

Key Responsibilities
  • Food Preparation: Prepare delicious food to the highest standards and maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment.
  • Team Supervision: Supervise culinary and catering teams to ensure impeccable food and customer service, communicate regularly with your line manager to monitor KPIs and targets.
  • Customer Service: Liaise between customers and our culinary and service teams to exceed expectations, represent Compass Group UK&I and maintain a positive brand image.
  • Training and Development: Support and train our teams, leading from the front to ensure everyone can excel in their role, implement and review Health & Safety standards to ensure compliance across all catering and service teams.

Our ideal candidate will have:

  • A minimum of two years' experience in a similar role.
  • Experience managing teams and implementing health and safety protocols.
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills.
  • An ambitious and motivated individual who is always looking to upskill.

The salary for this role is estimated to be around £35,000 - £45,000 per annum, depending on experience. As part of Compass Group UK&I, you will help feed people, fuel progress, and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader and enjoy competitive pay, great perks, and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development.

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members.


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