Culinary Operations Manager

1 month ago


Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Compass Group UK & Ireland Full time
Job Introduction

We're seeking an experienced Food Service Manager who is passionate about delivering exceptional food and outstanding customer service. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for motivating our culinary and catering teams to achieve their full potential.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to progress your catering career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognizes employees who go beyond the plate.

Your Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare delicious food to the highest standards
  • Manage our culinary and catering teams to ensure we continue to deliver impeccable food and customer service
  • Oversee the catering operations, including completing weekly business returns, monitoring budgets, and implementing action plans
  • Communicate regularly with your line manager to monitor KPIs and targets
  • Represent Compass Group UK&I and maintain a positive brand image
  • Support and train our teams, leading from the front to make sure everyone can excel in their role
  • Implement and review Health & Safety standards to ensure compliance across all catering and service teams
Our Ideal Candidate
  • Has previous management experience in a similar role
  • Has excellent communication and organisational skills
  • Is passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service
  • Demonstrates brilliant financial acumen
  • Is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
  • Holds a Basic Food Hygiene certificate

As part of Compass, you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.



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