Culinary Operations Manager

2 weeks ago

Caterham, United Kingdom Holroyd Howe Full time
Job Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled Deputy Manager to join our team at Holroyd Howe, a leading contract caterer providing fresh and innovative food services to independent schools and colleges.

The successful candidate will have a background in exceptional food catering services and a passion for creating delicious dining experiences that fuel young minds and ignite taste buds.

This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your expertise to our table and make a name for yourself in the industry.



Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the back of house team to develop well-balanced and nutritious menus that cater to diverse dietary requirements and preferences.
  • Prepare and manage the catering budget, ensuring cost-effective operations while maintaining quality standards.
  • 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.
  • Maintain strict adherence to health and safety regulations, ensuring a clean and organized kitchen environment.


Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Deputy Manager in a high-volume, quality-focused environment.
  • Ability to demonstrate that managing, training, and supporting a team has been an important part of your career to date.
  • Financially astute, with excellent analytical and budgeting skills.
  • Excellent coaching, delegation, and influencing skills.
  • Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced, multi-faceted environment and thrive under pressure.
  • Meticulous organizational abilities and a high attention to detail.
  • Empathetic, clear, and highly effective verbal and written communication.
  • Ability to adapt to challenges and opportunities with a solution-oriented perspective.
  • Excellent strategic thinking and critical reasoning skills.


About Us

Holroyd Howe is committed to providing exceptional food services to our clients, and we take pride in our sustainability, nutrition, and food innovation initiatives.

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 are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We require an Enhanced DBS check for all successful applicants.

This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.

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