OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of 2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.
Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values -
Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment
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About The Role:
Days of Working:
Monday to Friday
Shift Pattern:
08:00am to 15:00pm
As part of your role, your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
You will be required to work with the Senior Chef to create seasonal food and drink menus for the site and any events for the client and its visitors. Our Cafe Managers must consider factors such as the site or event's demographic or theme, menu size, dietary needs, and available cooking equipment
You will oversee all staff, including kitchen assistants, chefs, and servers, ensuring that the team's creations meet the client's needs. You must also ensure that all legal and company requirements are meet daily
You will be responsible for training their team members on menus, serving procedures, company etiquette, safety standards, and regulations
Adhere to budgets set by their line manager when planning catering operations, allocating the budget for food, cooking equipment, staffing, and equipment
Establish relationships with vendors and ensure that food and other supplies are bought from the correct vendor, ensuring the best prices are obtained
What are we looking for?
Have proven and experience in the management of Contract Catering operations and teams
Possesses a Level 3 in Catering and Hospitality or equivalent, as well as unit management experience within the contract catering sector
You should have proven leadership skills, with the ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a team
Experienced in building relationships with clients and staff, ensuring that the client's expectations are met every day
Can work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing demands is crucial
The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:
Must have the Right to Work in the UK
Work onsite with SC clearance but working towards DV clearance
Understand financial management, budgeting, and cost control
Excellent customer service skills are essential
Can handle varied situations and find practical solutions
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
Good time-management and organisational abilities
Can handle sensitive and confidential information
Competent with Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel
How to Apply:
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We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.
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