Head of Food Services and Operations

2 days ago


Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Platinum Recruitment Consultancy Full time

Job Overview: Platinum Recruitment Consultancy is seeking a talented Catering Team Lead to spearhead our school's food services and kitchen operations.

About the Job: In this key role, you will oversee daily activities, manage finances, and guarantee excellent food preparation and presentation. Your ability to create engaging menus, monitor expenses, and motivate the catering team will significantly impact our organization's success.

Your Key Responsibilities:

  • Food Service Delivery: Design and implement effective menu plans that align with students' nutritional needs and preferences.
  • Budget Control: Closely monitor expenditure to ensure cost-effectiveness and make data-driven decisions to optimize resource allocation.
  • Team Support: Provide guidance, training, and encouragement to foster a high-performance catering team.
  • Safety & Compliance: Ensure a secure working environment by adhering to health and hygiene regulations and promoting best practices within the team.
  • Communication & Stakeholder Engagement: Establish strong relationships with key stakeholders, including students, parents, and colleagues, to understand their needs and expectations.

Job Requirements:

  • Education & Training: Possess relevant qualifications such as City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 (or equivalent) and a Health & Hygiene Certificate
  • Experience: Demonstrate extensive experience in managing large-scale catering operations, ideally within an educational setting

Salary & Benefits: £17.50 per hour


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