Senior Food Operations Manager
3 days ago
We are currently seeking a highly skilled Sous Chef to join our team in Swindon, working within our Defence, Government, and Energy services sector.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about delivering high-quality food and exceptional customer service, while maintaining a positive brand image for Compass Group UK&I.
The successful candidate will have a strong background in kitchen management, with experience of leading teams and managing budgets.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the team in preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
- Develop opportunities to improve our food service and implement changes
- Create a positive kitchen environment where your team feel welcomed and supported
- Support the team in delivering our tasty food concepts to our customers
- Represent Compass Group UK&I and maintain a positive brand image
- Support the team with ordering food, stock control, and controlling food waste
- Oversee kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards
- Support the team to manage budgets and successfully meet financial targets
- Ensure compliance with Food Handling and Hygiene standards and Health and Safety regulations
Requirements:
- Create a positive work environment where the whole team can thrive
- Be a brilliant communicator and easily build relationships
- Strive for excellence in an eager and motivated manner
- Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers
- Have a desire to succeed in your role
- Possess the ability to work under pressure
- Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability
- Passionate about great-tasting food
About Us
As part of Compass Group UK&I, we provide essential services to various sectors including defence, government, and energy.
We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality food and exceptional customer service to our clients and customers.
Benefits:
- Competitive hourly rate of £15.97
- Opportunity to grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
- Access to a contributory pension scheme
- Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
- Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com, and many more
- Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, and many more
- Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
- Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
- Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes
- You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
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