Catering Director
4 weeks ago
As a highly skilled and experienced professional, we seek a Group Catering Director to join our team at Holroyd Howe, one of the UK's leading contract caterers. Our company provides fresh, innovative food services to independent schools and colleges, and we pride ourselves on tailoring our catering service provision to meet the bespoke requirements of each school.
In this role, you will be responsible for working closely with your teams to develop a great work relationship and provide the best customer service. As a Group Catering Director, your focus will be on collaboratively developing well-balanced and nutritious menus that cater to diverse dietary requirements and preferences, ensuring cost-effective operations while maintaining quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
* Collaborate with the back of house team to develop menus that cater to diverse dietary needs
* Prepare and manage the catering budget to ensure cost-effective operations
* Establish strong relationships with school Bursars, Head Teachers, and faculty
* Recruit, train, supervise, and motivate catering staff
* Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, hygiene standards, and quality control protocols
* Identify opportunities for growth, innovation, and improvement in menu offerings, service delivery, and operational efficiency
Requirements:
* Proven experience as a Group Manager or General Manager in a high-volume, quality-focused environment
* Demonstrated ability to manage, train, and support a team
* Financially astute, with excellent analytical and budgeting skills
* Excellent coaching, delegation, and influencing skills
* Ability to prioritise multiple projects and thrive in a fast-paced environment
* Meticulous organisational abilities and a high attention to detail
* Empathetic, clear, and effective verbal and written communication
About Us:
At Holroyd Howe, we take pride in our commitment to sustainability, nutrition, and food innovation. We offer a wide portfolio of training opportunities and experiences, which attracts chefs who are passionate about culinary excellence and menu innovation to our team. We strive to create engaging and fun dining experiences for our students, helping them build strong and healthy relationships with food. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All employees are expected to share this commitment. An Enhanced DBS, including a Barred List check, is required for all successful applicants.
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