Culinary Operations Manager

4 days ago


Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom Compass UK & Ireland Full time

We're recruiting an experienced Catering Supervisor to oversee all catering and service operations for Chartwells. As a Catering Supervisor, you'll ensure our kitchens and service counters run smoothly, delivering truly incredible food experiences.

Here's what your role entails:

  • Food Preparation: Prepare delicious meals to the highest standards.
  • Team Supervision: Supervise culinary and catering teams to maintain impeccable food and customer service.
  • Communication: Regularly communicate with your line manager to monitor KPIs and targets.
  • Brand Representation: Represent Compass Group UK&I and maintain a positive brand image.
  • Customer Liaison: Liaise between customers and our culinary and service teams to exceed expectations.
  • Training and Support: Support and train our teams to excel in their roles.
  • Health and Safety: Implement and review Health & Safety standards to ensure compliance across all catering and service teams.

To succeed as a Catering Supervisor, you'll need:

  • A minimum of two years' experience in catering.
  • Experience managing teams in a similar role.
  • A Basic Food Hygiene certificate.
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills.
  • An ambitious and motivated attitude, always looking to upskill.

As part of Compass, you'll help feed people, fuel progress, and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. You'll enjoy competitive pay, great perks, and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development at one of the UK's biggest businesses.

The estimated salary for this role is £25,000 - £30,000 per annum, depending on location and experience. We're committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members.



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