Dining Operations Manager
2 days ago
Chartwells is a leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. We have been serving millions of nutritious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges, and universities across the UK for over two decades.
We are committed to helping those in education build strong bodies, sharp minds, and lead long healthy lives. Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional food experiences that meet the highest standards.
Salary: The estimated salary for this role is around £40,000 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications.
Job Description
This role involves overseeing all Compass Group UK&I catering and service operations for Chartwells on a part-time basis, contracted to 27.5 hours per week. As a Catering Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring our kitchens and service counters run smoothly and delivering truly incredible food experiences.
Key Responsibilities
• Preparing delicious food to the highest standards
• Supervising culinary and catering teams to maintain impeccable food and customer service
• Overseeing the efficiency of in-unit catering operations, including managing inventories, monitoring budgets, and implementing action plans
• Communicating with line managers to monitor KPIs and targets
• Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image
• Identifying opportunities for new food or service concepts to drive sales
• Liaising between customers and culinary and service teams to exceed expectations
• Supporting and training teams to excel in their roles
• Implementing and reviewing Health & Safety standards to ensure compliance
Required Skills and Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you should have:
• A minimum of two years of catering experience
• Experience managing teams in a similar role
• NVQ Level 1 & 2 or City & Guilds 706/1 and 2 certification
• Basic Food Hygiene certificate
• Brilliant financial acumen
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ambition and motivation to upskill
Benefits
As a Chartwells team member, you can expect a competitive salary, opportunities for professional development, and a positive work environment that values diversity and inclusion.
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