Senior Food Operations Manager

1 month ago


Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Holroyd Howe Full time
Job Title: Senior Food Operations Manager

We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Senior Food Operations Manager to join our team at Holroyd Howe, one of the UK's leading contract caterers. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading our catering teams to deliver exceptional food services to independent schools and colleges.

About the Role:
  • To oversee the development and implementation of menus that meet diverse dietary requirements and preferences.
  • To manage the catering budget, ensuring cost-effective operations while maintaining quality standards.
  • To lead and motivate catering staff to provide excellent customer service.
  • To ensure compliance with food safety regulations, hygiene standards, and quality control protocols.
  • To identify opportunities for growth, innovation and improvement in menu offerings, service delivery and operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience as a Group Manager or General Manager in a high-volume, quality-focused environment. They will be financially astute, with strong analytical skills, and able to create and maintain budgets and drive commercial performance. Excellent coaching, delegation and influencing skills are essential, as well as the ability to prioritise multiple projects in a fast-paced, multi-faceted, creative environment.

About Us:

Holroyd Howe is a team of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children of all ages in order to meet the bespoke requirements of each school. We pride ourselves on sustainability, nutrition, and food innovation. Our exceptional teams of seasoned specialists customise our catering services to fit children of all ages and satisfy the unique needs of our clients.

What We Offer:
  • A competitive salary of up to £70,000 per annum.
  • An opportunity to work with a leading contract caterer in the education sector.
  • A chance to develop your skills and experience in a dynamic and innovative environment.
  • A comprehensive benefits package, including 33 days holiday including bank holidays, 3 volunteering days, 3 days grandparent leave, 24 week's enhanced maternity leave, pension and life insurance, and discounts available on our HAPI app; high street shops, holidays & cinema.

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