Senior Culinary Operations Manager

3 days ago


Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Compass UK & Ireland Full time

Job Summary

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  • We are seeking a highly experienced and ambitious Chef Manager to lead our team in delivering exceptional culinary services.
  • The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing daily operations, communicating effectively with stakeholders, and adapting to changing environments.

About the Role

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This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented and motivated individual to join our team as a Senior Culinary Operations Manager. As a key member of our site leadership team, you will be responsible for overseeing the overall culinary performance of our sites, ensuring that we deliver high-quality food and excellent customer service.

You will work closely with our kitchen teams to drive sales growth, improve profitability, and maintain the highest standards of food safety and hygiene. Your expertise and guidance will help to develop and implement effective menu planning, inventory management, and supply chain strategies to optimize our culinary offerings.

To succeed in this role, you will need to demonstrate strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire your team to achieve their full potential. You will also require excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with colleagues, suppliers, and customers.

Key Responsibilities

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  • Manage daily operations, including menu planning, inventory management, and supply chain optimization.
  • Lead and motivate a high-performing team, driving sales growth and improving profitability.
  • Develop and implement effective strategies to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Maintain the highest standards of food safety and hygiene, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and policies.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive business growth and improve operational efficiency.

Requirements

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  • Proven experience as a Chef Manager or similar role, with a track record of success in leading high-performing teams.
  • Strong leadership and motivational skills, with the ability to drive sales growth and improve profitability.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with colleagues, suppliers, and customers.
  • Demonstrated expertise in menu planning, inventory management, and supply chain optimization.
  • Ambitious and driven, with a passion for delivering exceptional culinary services.

Benefits

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  • A competitive salary up to £32,763 per annum, plus a free meal on shift.
  • A 5 over 7 shift pattern, guaranteed hours, and a company car.
  • A comprehensive benefits package, financial wellbeing programme, and pension scheme.


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