Senior Culinary Operations Manager
11 hours ago
About Edwards & Blake
We are a leading contract caterer, operating across various sectors including workplaces, sporting venues, and educational institutions. Our mission is to enrich lives everywhere, every day, by providing high-quality food and exceptional service.
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Senior Culinary Operations Manager to lead our culinary team and drive excellence in food quality and customer satisfaction. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic and award-winning company like Edwards & Blake.
Key Responsibilities:
- Proactively manage teams on site to deliver efficient and high-quality services
- Accountable for recruiting, inducting, training, and supporting colleagues
- Manage budgets and ensure ongoing team communications
- Built internal and external relationships, management reporting, and client liaison
Requirements:
- Genuine interest in customer service excellence
- Focused on the front line with proven team leader experience
- Self-motivated and able to work well unsupervised
- Previous experience within catering is desirable
What We Offer
We provide a range of benefits and rewards to our colleagues, including:
- FREE On-Site Lunches: Enjoy delicious and healthy meals every day at work
- Flexible Working: Balance work and personal life with our flexible working hours
- Term Time Holidays: Enjoy flexibility during term breaks
- Family Leave: Prioritise family commitments with our leave options
- Paid Charity Leave: Make a difference in your community with paid time off
- Opportunities for Career Progression: Grow and advance your career with us
- Comprehensive Wellbeing Benefits: Access mental health support and wellbeing benefits
- Life Assurance & Pension Schemes: Secure your future with our schemes
- Exclusive Discounts & Perks: Enjoy discounts and cashback on entertainment and leisure activities
Salary
The estimated salary for this role is £45,000 - £55,000 per annum, depending on experience.
Why Work for Us?
Elior UK is a multi-award-winning people business and one of the UK's leading contract caterers. We operate across various sectors and offer a range of benefits and rewards to our colleagues. We strive to create a culture of respect, inclusion, and belonging for all, and we believe it's our differences that make us stronger.
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