Executive Culinary Director

5 days ago


Rochdale, Rochdale, United Kingdom Dine Contract Catering Full time
Lead Chef - Rochdale

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced culinary professional to lead our catering team in Rochdale. The ideal candidate will be responsible for producing high-quality food using the finest and freshest ingredients.

About the Role
  • Services: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Night Shift Feeding.
  • Plan, organise, innovate and direct the preparation and cooking of food to ensure exceptional service standards are maintained at all times.
  • Drive sustainability initiatives to support the company's mission to reduce environmental impact.
  • Create a positive kitchen environment where staff feel valued, supported and developed.
  • Foster a culture of excellence in service execution and delivery.
  • Develop menu plans and promotions to drive sales and revenue growth.
  • Responsible for maintaining high levels of cleanliness, food safety, health and safety within the kitchen.
  • Maintain accurate monitoring procedures to facilitate budgetary control and monitor all costs involved in the kitchen against agreed targets.
  • Maintain the centre of excellence in food and customer service.
About You
  • Previous experience in a senior culinary role in contract catering.
  • Passionate about delivering exceptional hospitality with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • A clear understanding of profit margins, purchasing policy, budgeting and food costing.
  • Stock and waste control experience.
  • Understanding of food management systems HACCP, Food Safety, Health and Safety, Natasha's Law, Allergens and Manual Handling.
Benefits
  • Meal provided while on duty.
  • Financial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance products.
  • Medicash - Discounted health cash plan providing cash back on a range of medical treatments including Dental, Optical and Consultant appointments for you and your family.
  • Pension scheme and Life Assurance.
  • Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Recognition awards including Be a Star peer recognition and Long Service Awards.
  • Exclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site (Perks at Work).
  • Shopping discounts - Save up to 15% at high street and online stores by purchasing Shopping Cards.
  • On-going training & development and career pathways.

The estimated salary for this role is up to £35,078 per annum, depending on experience.



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