An independent day and boarding preparatory school for boys aged 6–13 in Ascot, catering for approximately 300 students and teachers daily. We offer a core feeding of Breakfast, AM snack, Lunch, PM snack, and supper along with match teas. This is a term-time only contract operating Monday to Sunday, with a working pattern of 5 over 7 days. This location benefits from free food and free parking on site.
We are looking to hire an experienced Chef Manager to join the operation at one of our prestigious locations in Ascot.
This role will involve working closely with the catering team and the operations manager to ensure that day-to-day catering and hospitality is delivered to a high standard. You will have experience in a similar role and be able to manage the financial budget for the location.
Job Summary:
* Lead the catering team with the day-to-day production & service of the member and staff dining facilities across the site, liaising with the centre for internal or external hospitality events.
* Deliver both the client-agreed budget and the company annual budget.
* Develop and implement dining and hospitality facilities across the site, ensuring quality of food and level of customer service are maintained to agreed standards.
* Prepare and report upon the monthly and annual Profit & Loss Operating Statements for Thomas Franks.
* Develop each area of the catering offer in line with client expectations and budgetary constraints.
* Oversee the day-to-day operations of all catering facilities throughout the year.
* Assist in departmental changes by setting standards and motivating staff.
* Liaise with members and clients via customer interaction to meet their requirements.
* Deliver Food Services operations as directed by the Operations Manager.
* Create and nurture an environment emphasizing motivation, empowerment, teamwork, and a passion for service.
* Provide excellent food and customer service, responding quickly to customer needs.
* Develop the food offer in line with market trends and Thomas Franks company values.
* Ensure age-appropriate food is available, adhering to special dietary requirements.
* Maintain open, collaborative relationships with all departments.
* Ensure compliance with all Thomas Franks Food & Beverage policies and procedures.
* Maintain service standards in all dining areas, including cleanliness and presentation.
* Have knowledge of the Clients Safeguarding, Health & Safety, Fire, and Accident reporting procedures.
* Conduct effective induction, review, and development plans for staff.
* Support rehabilitation activities as required by the centre.
* Undertake reasonable duties relating to the effective operation and development of commercial areas.
* Proven experience in delivering excellent food standards.
* Hands-on Catering Manager leading the team in food production and service.
* Proven ability to communicate with clients and achieve objectives.
* High level of communication skills, including reading, writing, oral, and listening.
* Customer service skills with a proven track record.
* Ability to work as part of a team.
* Analytical/critical thinking skills.
* Excellent interpersonal skills.
* Proven ability to manage a team and achieve high performance.
* Flexibility to work to the needs of the business.
* Good understanding and use of verbal English.
* Good standard of written English and reading skills.
* Similar experience in customer and/or food preparation environment is essential.
* Hold a recognized cooking qualification such as City & Guild 706/1 & 2 or equivalent.
Benefits:
* Wider wallet scheme (discounts at major retailers, restaurants, gyms, etc).
* Free meals on duty.
* Volunteers leave – up to one day per year.
* Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoptive leave.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Recommend a friend bonus.
* Unrivalled individual training and development.
* Well established apprenticeship programme.
* Team & company social events.
* Employee assistance programme.
* Workplace pension.
* Excellent career progression within a leading independent contract caterer.
About Us:
Thomas Franks is a founder-led, fresh food catering business focused on excellence and service delivered with individuality, passion, and style. We prioritize our clients and our people in our daily success.
Disclaimer:
All applicants must be able to demonstrate their Right to Work in the UK to be considered for this role. An enhanced DBS, Identity & reference checks (covering the last five years) will form part of the selection process. Thomas Franks Ltd complies fully with the DBS Code of Practice and is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children.
Diversity and Inclusion:
We encourage applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds and continue to develop a culture of growth and inclusion, inviting applications from under-represented groups.
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