Culinary Lead

2 days ago


Rochdale, Rochdale, United Kingdom Dine Contract Catering Full time
About the Job

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Food Service Manager to join our team at Dine Contract Catering. As a key member of our team, you will play a critical role in driving our food service operations forward and delivering exceptional food experiences for our clients.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to work closely with our clients to understand their needs and preferences, and develop innovative solutions to meet their expectations.

Your Key Responsibilities
  1. Developing and implementing food service strategies to drive business growth and increase customer satisfaction
  2. Leading a team of experienced chefs and kitchen staff to deliver high-quality food products
  3. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless delivery of food services and exceptional customer experiences
  4. Maintaining strong relationships with clients and stakeholders to build trust and loyalty
  5. Staying up-to-date with industry trends and best practices to continuously improve our food services
  6. Contributing to the development of new menus and creative food concepts
  7. Managing inventory levels and ensuring effective cost management
  8. Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and maintaining high standards of kitchen hygiene
Your Qualifications
  1. Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service
  2. Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent qualification
  3. Have experience leading a team and managing staff performance
  4. Have experience in a similar Chef role and can demonstrate your culinary skills
  5. Hold a Food Hygiene certificate and understand health and safety protocols
  6. Have a flexible approach to working and can adapt to changing situations

We offer a competitive salary of £29,000 - £35,000 per year, depending on experience, plus benefits and opportunities for career development.


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