Deputy Catering Manager

Sodexo has a great opportunity for an experienced Deputy Catering Manager to join our established team working with our clients based in High Wycombe.

Joining our team at their corporate office, you will supervise and direct large catering team, including the daily allocation of duties/general direction and checking of work progress and performance throughout the day ensuring all catering services delivering required company's standards, within the agreed specification and to the agreed performance, quality and financial targets and take responsibility for the unit in the absence of the line manager.

The Deputy Catering Manager will ensure the prompt provision and efficient service of all meals and catering requirements at the specified time to the standards laid down in the Key Performance Indicators, ensuring that methods of preparation, production and presentation comply with Sodexo's standards and procedures whilst ensuring the standards across the site are in accordance with the Service Level Agreements and KPI's specified in the service contract.

You will ensure that all equipment used, is in safe working order, checked regularly and serviced, reporting any faults to the management/client and be responsible for an efficient and effective day to day running of the catering units and monitor and track all service stages along with the production performance of individuals and quality control of each stage to maximise profitable sales by the introduction and maintenance of food service brands to the standard required by the Company.

Initiating a process of continuous improvement by undertaking company promotions and extraordinary merchandising initiatives to ensure the profitable growth of the contract, you will promote Food Safety and Health and Safety within the team and raise awareness amongst all the staff of appropriate HACCP, Food Safety, Health and Safety regulations including PPE, COSHH, SSW and Risk Assessments.

Managing all financial sides of the unit, including closing books, stock management, ordering, managing the software, payroll, tills as well as Food safety and Health & Safety in all outlets, you will maintain consistency and accuracy in delivering all services whilst monitoring staff performance and morale on daily basis and training on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis.

This is an important role within the Sodexo organisation. The role is focused on delivering world class integrated FM with oversight from Sodexo management. The business needs will vary in line with contract requirements and there is an expectation that you will provide support as necessary within your abilities and capabilities.

Experience and knowledge requirement for this role:

• Previous experience in a similar role, working in a busy, fast changing and demanding environment


• Proven experience in managing and leading a catering team


• People person who would work well with employees on all levels.


• Provide calm, secure, friendly and supportive presence, being in control of all aspects of the catering business


• Operate within Company procedures, Legislation and Client Policies.


• Represent company with a positive, approachable, friendly and professional manner


• Industry acumen and knowledge of external catering developments & innovations


• Attention to detail with an eye for an innovations, open minded and open to be challenged


• Strong financial understanding and demonstrable budgeting management


• Experienced in adhering to and driving company initiatives


• Personal innovation and passion for food


• Demonstrative customer focus and service skills


• Strong communication and negotiation skills


• Experience working in a standards /compliance environment


• A leading example and a role model with set mind to succeed


• I can Attitude and ownership along with 'we can' culture


• Excellent customer service principles and practices


• Knowledge of Food Safety and Health Safety


• Professional personal presentation


• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written


• Ability to contribute to the team and self-development


• Ability to use your own initiative


• Customer Focused Approach


• Positive with can-do attitude


• Driving excellence performance


• Relevant qualification and training


• Effective time management


• Good planning and organisational skills


Desirable

• Ability to work under pressure


• Have a good work ethic


• Being a strong leader


• Have a 'can-do' attitude


• Management skills


• Proactive and results-driven


Qualifications required:

• A minimum of L3 Food Safety
  
  Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. You'll belong in a company and team that values you for you.


In addition, we offer:

• Flexible and dynamic work environment


• Competitive compensation


• Wide range of Employee benefits


• Access to ongoing training and development programs


• Countless opportunities to grow within the company


• Employees can opt to increase their employer contribution up to a maximum of 6% with an equal employee match


• Life Assurance Coverage


About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. We operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities.

We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

Salary £30,000 - £35,000 and a range of excellent employee benefits