Executive Head of Culinary Operations

4 days ago


Lisburn, United Kingdom Dobbies Garden Centres Ltd Full time
Job Description

We are seeking an exceptional Culinary Operations Manager to lead our kitchen team at Dobbies Garden Centres Ltd. As a key member of our management team, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality food, maintaining impeccable food hygiene standards, and ensuring the highest operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Lead the kitchen team to ensure strong levels of service that are efficient, within budget, and compliant with all statutory requirements.
  2. Present meals to customers to a high standard and on time, exceeding their expectations.
  3. Maintain a fully compliant kitchen environment that meets health & safety and food hygiene regulations.
  4. Spark your team's passion for delivering exceptional food service and customer experience.
  5. Create a fun and productive work environment that fosters growth and development opportunities for all team members.
Requirements
  • A minimum of 2 years' experience in the food service industry, combined with management experience.
  • Commercial awareness and understanding of budgets, profitability, and improved ways of working.
  • Adaptability to identify training needs and effectively coach and train all levels to deliver an excellent customer experience and safe store environment.
  • Able to act quickly and enthusiastically to changing priorities, workload, and new regulations or requirements.
  • Positivity and ability to manage change effectively.
Benefits
  • Generous annual leave entitlement with flexibility to use holidays when desired.
  • Treat yourself to generous uncapped discounts across our stores, including 50% off in our Restaurants, 25% off in the Garden Centre, and 10% off in our food halls.
  • Access to Wagestream for financial wellbeing support, including early access to earnings, savings options, and financial advice.
  • Access to Retail Trust for confidential support, virtual GP services, free counselling, and discounted retail rewards.
  • Access to Dobbies Academy for continued development through eLearning and development programs.

The salary for this role is estimated to be £48,000 - £58,000 per annum.



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