Marketing Business Partner Impact Food Group At Impact Food Group, we re more than just a school caterer. We re on a mission to create a positive food culture and help more students enjoy healthier, better-quality food. Making a positive social impact is at the heart of everything we do. We re constantly learning, evolving, and improving every way, every day. Through our industry-leading brands Innovate, Hutchison, Cucina, and Chapter One we cater for over 600,000 students and operate in more than 900 schools nationwide, growing every year. We re now looking for a talented and highly organised Marketing Business Partner to join and play a vital role in supporting our business. Guided by our values , integrity, bold, impactful, humble and community ; you will help us shape a workplace and culture we can all be proud of. The Marketing Business Partner will bridge our central marketing team and operational business, rolling out best-practice marketing across all schools to drive participation, meal uptake, and customer experience. Reporting to the Head of Marketing & Communications with regular travel to IFG sites and 1-2 days a week at Head Office (Woking) Role Responsibilities: Marketing Plans & Campaigns Implement business-wide marketing plans and campaigns that drive awareness, participation, and meal uptake across all sites. Support retention activity, added-value initiatives, and create/deliver toolkits and campaigns that drive measurable impact. Food Marketing & Promotions Lead on site-level food marketing activity including menus, meal deals, promotional campaigns, and theme days. Develop engaging, customer-facing materials that drive awareness and uptake across students, parents, and staff. Retail Excellence Perfect Site Own the development and continuous improvement of IFG s Perfect Site model. Support operational teams with canteen layouts, merchandising, point-of-sale, and customer experience best practice. Student Insight & Engagement Set up and run student panels, both face-to-face and digitally, to gather quantitative and qualitative insights. Analyse findings and translate them into actionable recommendations that inform menus, marketing campaigns, and customer experience improvements. Client & Consumer Surveys Support delivery, analysis, and reporting of client and consumer surveys. Create toolkits and action plans to ensure insights are embedded into site-level operations. Content Creation & Communications Develop creative, impactful content using Canva and other tools for campaigns, promotions, website updates, and awards submissions (local and national). Support with copywriting, design, and deployment of site-level communications, including school launch materials, digital signage, and online portals. Skills & Experience Has proven experience in marketing, ideally in a retail, foodservice, or consumer-focused environment. Understands the power of great customer experience in driving participation and sales. Is confident engaging with different stakeholders from students and parents to clients and site teams. Confident communicator, able to present ideas and influence at all levels. Flexible and willing to travel regularly to sites across the UK. Experienced User of Canva Experience of Working with digital Content Management Systems Video/Photography to a Good Standard Experience of using CRM Systems Video Editing (e.g. Capcut) If you re a collaborative, solution-focused professional who thrives in a busy and purposeful environment, we d love to hear from you. Join us and be part of a team that is transforming lives through the power of food, making a genuine difference for students across the UK. What we can offer Monday to Friday working 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Access to IFG rewards (money off high street) Yearly Summer Party Centrally based offices. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Impact Food are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which Innovate Services Ltd supply the cost for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Nov 28, 2025
Full time
Marketing Business Partner Impact Food Group At Impact Food Group, we re more than just a school caterer. We re on a mission to create a positive food culture and help more students enjoy healthier, better-quality food. Making a positive social impact is at the heart of everything we do. We re constantly learning, evolving, and improving every way, every day. Through our industry-leading brands Innovate, Hutchison, Cucina, and Chapter One we cater for over 600,000 students and operate in more than 900 schools nationwide, growing every year. We re now looking for a talented and highly organised Marketing Business Partner to join and play a vital role in supporting our business. Guided by our values , integrity, bold, impactful, humble and community ; you will help us shape a workplace and culture we can all be proud of. The Marketing Business Partner will bridge our central marketing team and operational business, rolling out best-practice marketing across all schools to drive participation, meal uptake, and customer experience. Reporting to the Head of Marketing & Communications with regular travel to IFG sites and 1-2 days a week at Head Office (Woking) Role Responsibilities: Marketing Plans & Campaigns Implement business-wide marketing plans and campaigns that drive awareness, participation, and meal uptake across all sites. Support retention activity, added-value initiatives, and create/deliver toolkits and campaigns that drive measurable impact. Food Marketing & Promotions Lead on site-level food marketing activity including menus, meal deals, promotional campaigns, and theme days. Develop engaging, customer-facing materials that drive awareness and uptake across students, parents, and staff. Retail Excellence Perfect Site Own the development and continuous improvement of IFG s Perfect Site model. Support operational teams with canteen layouts, merchandising, point-of-sale, and customer experience best practice. Student Insight & Engagement Set up and run student panels, both face-to-face and digitally, to gather quantitative and qualitative insights. Analyse findings and translate them into actionable recommendations that inform menus, marketing campaigns, and customer experience improvements. Client & Consumer Surveys Support delivery, analysis, and reporting of client and consumer surveys. Create toolkits and action plans to ensure insights are embedded into site-level operations. Content Creation & Communications Develop creative, impactful content using Canva and other tools for campaigns, promotions, website updates, and awards submissions (local and national). Support with copywriting, design, and deployment of site-level communications, including school launch materials, digital signage, and online portals. Skills & Experience Has proven experience in marketing, ideally in a retail, foodservice, or consumer-focused environment. Understands the power of great customer experience in driving participation and sales. Is confident engaging with different stakeholders from students and parents to clients and site teams. Confident communicator, able to present ideas and influence at all levels. Flexible and willing to travel regularly to sites across the UK. Experienced User of Canva Experience of Working with digital Content Management Systems Video/Photography to a Good Standard Experience of using CRM Systems Video Editing (e.g. Capcut) If you re a collaborative, solution-focused professional who thrives in a busy and purposeful environment, we d love to hear from you. Join us and be part of a team that is transforming lives through the power of food, making a genuine difference for students across the UK. What we can offer Monday to Friday working 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Access to IFG rewards (money off high street) Yearly Summer Party Centrally based offices. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Impact Food are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which Innovate Services Ltd supply the cost for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Learning & Development Coordinator Impact Food Group At Impact Food Group, we re more than just a school caterer. We re on a mission to create a positive food culture and help more students enjoy healthier, better-quality food. Making a positive social impact is at the heart of everything we do. We re constantly learning, evolving, and improving every way, every day. Through our industry-leading brands Innovate, Hutchison, Cucina, and Chapter One we cater for over 600,000 students and operate in more than 900 schools nationwide, growing every year. We re now looking for a talented and highly organised Learning & Development Coordinator to join and play a vital role in supporting our business. Guided by our values , integrity, bold, impactful, humble and community ; you will help us shape a workplace and culture we can all be proud of. The Learning and Development (L&D) Advisor is responsible for supporting the delivery, and coordination of learning initiatives across the organisation. The role ensures employees have access to high-quality development opportunities that align with business objectives and support continuous improvement. Role Responsibilities: Learning Programme Coordination Support the planning, delivery, and evaluation of L&D programmes, workshops, and training sessions. Manage training calendars, bookings, attendance records, and learning systems (e.g., LMS). Deal with queries in the training inbox, ensuring timely and accurate responses. Book and liaise with external training providers, including course bookings, venue arrangements, and scheduling. Evaluation & Reporting Monitor training completion rates and provide regular reports on learning outcomes. Produce clear, accurate reports and dashboards, demonstrating strong proficiency in Excel (e.g., formulas, pivot tables, data analysis). LMS (Learning Management System) Administration Experience with LMS systems Docebo experience desirable. Action LMS tasks such as reassigning training, importing or uploading new training content, and updating learner records. Apprenticeships Assist with the enrolment of apprenticeships and provide ongoing support to apprentices with queries or development needs. Confirm apprenticeship approvals as required. Ensure apprenticeship statistics and records are accurate and kept up to date. Skills & Experience Experience in a Learning & Development or HR function. Strong organisational and coordination skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Comfortable using digital learning platforms and systems. Experience delivering training or facilitating workshops. Knowledge of learning theories and instructional design. Experience with LMS platforms Docebo preferred. CIPD Level 3 (or working towards). Experience supporting apprenticeship programmes. If you re a collaborative, solution-focused professional who thrives in a busy and purposeful environment, we d love to hear from you. Join us and be part of a team that is transforming lives through the power of food, making a genuine difference for students across the UK. What we can offer Monday to Friday working 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Access to IFG rewards (money off high street) Yearly Summer Party ?Centrally based offices. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Impact Food are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which Innovate Services Ltd supply the cost for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Nov 28, 2025
Full time
Learning & Development Coordinator Impact Food Group At Impact Food Group, we re more than just a school caterer. We re on a mission to create a positive food culture and help more students enjoy healthier, better-quality food. Making a positive social impact is at the heart of everything we do. We re constantly learning, evolving, and improving every way, every day. Through our industry-leading brands Innovate, Hutchison, Cucina, and Chapter One we cater for over 600,000 students and operate in more than 900 schools nationwide, growing every year. We re now looking for a talented and highly organised Learning & Development Coordinator to join and play a vital role in supporting our business. Guided by our values , integrity, bold, impactful, humble and community ; you will help us shape a workplace and culture we can all be proud of. The Learning and Development (L&D) Advisor is responsible for supporting the delivery, and coordination of learning initiatives across the organisation. The role ensures employees have access to high-quality development opportunities that align with business objectives and support continuous improvement. Role Responsibilities: Learning Programme Coordination Support the planning, delivery, and evaluation of L&D programmes, workshops, and training sessions. Manage training calendars, bookings, attendance records, and learning systems (e.g., LMS). Deal with queries in the training inbox, ensuring timely and accurate responses. Book and liaise with external training providers, including course bookings, venue arrangements, and scheduling. Evaluation & Reporting Monitor training completion rates and provide regular reports on learning outcomes. Produce clear, accurate reports and dashboards, demonstrating strong proficiency in Excel (e.g., formulas, pivot tables, data analysis). LMS (Learning Management System) Administration Experience with LMS systems Docebo experience desirable. Action LMS tasks such as reassigning training, importing or uploading new training content, and updating learner records. Apprenticeships Assist with the enrolment of apprenticeships and provide ongoing support to apprentices with queries or development needs. Confirm apprenticeship approvals as required. Ensure apprenticeship statistics and records are accurate and kept up to date. Skills & Experience Experience in a Learning & Development or HR function. Strong organisational and coordination skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Comfortable using digital learning platforms and systems. Experience delivering training or facilitating workshops. Knowledge of learning theories and instructional design. Experience with LMS platforms Docebo preferred. CIPD Level 3 (or working towards). Experience supporting apprenticeship programmes. If you re a collaborative, solution-focused professional who thrives in a busy and purposeful environment, we d love to hear from you. Join us and be part of a team that is transforming lives through the power of food, making a genuine difference for students across the UK. What we can offer Monday to Friday working 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Access to IFG rewards (money off high street) Yearly Summer Party ?Centrally based offices. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Impact Food are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which Innovate Services Ltd supply the cost for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Role: Operations Manager Salary: £55k plus Car Allowance ( £5760) & Great Benefits Location: Aylesbury / Milton Keynes At Impact Food Group , we re more than a school caterer. The people are the heart of what we do. We re driven by creating a positive food culture and helping more students eat better food. Making a positive social impact is at the centre of our identity. We tirelessly learn, develop and make improvements in every way, every day. Delivered by our distinct and industry leading brands ; Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One and Hutchison we cater for over 600,000 students. To find out more visit our website Due to continued business growth an exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Operations Manager to join the team - this role is overseeing a portfolio of schools. This role is a field based role, so you will need to be prepared to travel to support your teams out in the business. The essential ingredient at the heart of our business is our people so we are searching for an experienced multisite Operations Manager with a background in an excellent food catering services to join our business. Can you Manage, inspire, and engage our teams? Meet with clients to build strong, professional relationships with internal and external individuals, service providers, suppliers, and businesses Demonstrate passion and knowledge of great contemporary fresh food and service Deliver exceptional senior management operations in a contract catering environment for a range of senior clients with exceptional standards. Demonstrate strong motivation skills with a lead by example approach Deliver financial management skills - commercial and fixed price What can you bring? The experience and knowledge we are looking for includes. A background as an Area Manager/ Operation's Manager within a Independent Education contract catering would be desirable, we will also be interested in speaking with you if you are from State Education, Business & Industry or a retail catering environment - you will have managed at least 8 sites; Day to day management and guidance of the chef managers running the sites including in supporting with client relationships, Recruitment and HR matters. You will be comfortable conversing at all levels, from the kitchen to the board room. We are after a self-motivated, resilient, and highly organised manager; with an understanding of how to prioritise effectively. You won t be afraid of the Office suite and will be a dab hand at producing spreadsheets and presentations to show how well you re doing. What we d love to give you Competitive salary up to £55k+ plus a Car Allowance (£5760) 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays. Life assurance & company pension scheme. BUPA Healthcare Access to our extensive online Learning platform and development opportunities An employee wellbeing platform. Access to a salary sacrifice electric car scheme. IFG rewards for highstreets discounts. Annual Summer Party with company awards. Additional Details IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which we supply the cost for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements. We look forward to receiving your application!
Nov 26, 2025
Full time
Role: Operations Manager Salary: £55k plus Car Allowance ( £5760) & Great Benefits Location: Aylesbury / Milton Keynes At Impact Food Group , we re more than a school caterer. The people are the heart of what we do. We re driven by creating a positive food culture and helping more students eat better food. Making a positive social impact is at the centre of our identity. We tirelessly learn, develop and make improvements in every way, every day. Delivered by our distinct and industry leading brands ; Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One and Hutchison we cater for over 600,000 students. To find out more visit our website Due to continued business growth an exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Operations Manager to join the team - this role is overseeing a portfolio of schools. This role is a field based role, so you will need to be prepared to travel to support your teams out in the business. The essential ingredient at the heart of our business is our people so we are searching for an experienced multisite Operations Manager with a background in an excellent food catering services to join our business. Can you Manage, inspire, and engage our teams? Meet with clients to build strong, professional relationships with internal and external individuals, service providers, suppliers, and businesses Demonstrate passion and knowledge of great contemporary fresh food and service Deliver exceptional senior management operations in a contract catering environment for a range of senior clients with exceptional standards. Demonstrate strong motivation skills with a lead by example approach Deliver financial management skills - commercial and fixed price What can you bring? The experience and knowledge we are looking for includes. A background as an Area Manager/ Operation's Manager within a Independent Education contract catering would be desirable, we will also be interested in speaking with you if you are from State Education, Business & Industry or a retail catering environment - you will have managed at least 8 sites; Day to day management and guidance of the chef managers running the sites including in supporting with client relationships, Recruitment and HR matters. You will be comfortable conversing at all levels, from the kitchen to the board room. We are after a self-motivated, resilient, and highly organised manager; with an understanding of how to prioritise effectively. You won t be afraid of the Office suite and will be a dab hand at producing spreadsheets and presentations to show how well you re doing. What we d love to give you Competitive salary up to £55k+ plus a Car Allowance (£5760) 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays. Life assurance & company pension scheme. BUPA Healthcare Access to our extensive online Learning platform and development opportunities An employee wellbeing platform. Access to a salary sacrifice electric car scheme. IFG rewards for highstreets discounts. Annual Summer Party with company awards. Additional Details IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which we supply the cost for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements. We look forward to receiving your application!
Role: Business Development Chef Salary: Excellent Salary / Package plus Great Benefits Location: York / Hull (Hybrid / Remote) At Impact Food Group , we re more than a school caterer. The people are the heart of what we do. We re driven by creating a positive food culture and helping more students eat better food. Making a positive social impact is at the centre of our identity. We tirelessly learn, develop and make improvements in every way, every day. Delivered by our distinct and industry leading brands ; Innovate, Cucina, Hutchison and Chapter One , we cater for over 600,000 students. As an organisation we are 900+ sites, with continued growth year on year. Due to continued business growth an exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced Business Development Chef to join the team. Reporting to our Food Director you will joining a growing Food team that is making a real impact on the success of Impact Food Group. What you will be doing Sales Presentations & Business Retention Preparing and presenting in their region (and supporting neighbouring presentations.) Retention supporting with added value and business retention presentations Including auditing and development plans for the sites. Deliver a centre of excellence For each brand support and develop the food offer (in line with the Brand Standards) Implement a PVR Highest standards of Health and Safety, and food safety. Hosting schools that are struggling to maintain standards to develop teams. Mobilisation support doing site visits and driving brand standard audits. Identifying Talent Building a team to support with presentations. Pipelining future talent in the business and supporting growth from the Regional Support Chefs. Food Development Pressure testing recipes. Localising the offer to fit the needs of the business to ensure local sales are not being missed due to regional demands. Hospitality cover/support driving more sales in this area. What we are looking for Formal culinary qualification NVQ level 2/3 or equivalent with 3 years experience in a similar role. Computer literate, Microsoft office programmes (Word, Excel, & Powerpoint), alongside our Catering management systems. A strong understanding of menu/concept development, cost controls and operations. Excellent leadership, communication (both in person and on email and teams), and interpersonal skills. Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Ability to motivate and inspire teams to achieve high performance. What We d Love to Give You Competitive salary Bonus payable upon team hitting target 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays Access to our extensive online Learning platform and development opportunities An employee wellbeing platform. Access to a salary sacrifice electric car scheme. IFG rewards for highstreets discounts. Annual Summer Party with company awards. Additional Details IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which we supply the cost for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Nov 25, 2025
Full time
Role: Business Development Chef Salary: Excellent Salary / Package plus Great Benefits Location: York / Hull (Hybrid / Remote) At Impact Food Group , we re more than a school caterer. The people are the heart of what we do. We re driven by creating a positive food culture and helping more students eat better food. Making a positive social impact is at the centre of our identity. We tirelessly learn, develop and make improvements in every way, every day. Delivered by our distinct and industry leading brands ; Innovate, Cucina, Hutchison and Chapter One , we cater for over 600,000 students. As an organisation we are 900+ sites, with continued growth year on year. Due to continued business growth an exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced Business Development Chef to join the team. Reporting to our Food Director you will joining a growing Food team that is making a real impact on the success of Impact Food Group. What you will be doing Sales Presentations & Business Retention Preparing and presenting in their region (and supporting neighbouring presentations.) Retention supporting with added value and business retention presentations Including auditing and development plans for the sites. Deliver a centre of excellence For each brand support and develop the food offer (in line with the Brand Standards) Implement a PVR Highest standards of Health and Safety, and food safety. Hosting schools that are struggling to maintain standards to develop teams. Mobilisation support doing site visits and driving brand standard audits. Identifying Talent Building a team to support with presentations. Pipelining future talent in the business and supporting growth from the Regional Support Chefs. Food Development Pressure testing recipes. Localising the offer to fit the needs of the business to ensure local sales are not being missed due to regional demands. Hospitality cover/support driving more sales in this area. What we are looking for Formal culinary qualification NVQ level 2/3 or equivalent with 3 years experience in a similar role. Computer literate, Microsoft office programmes (Word, Excel, & Powerpoint), alongside our Catering management systems. A strong understanding of menu/concept development, cost controls and operations. Excellent leadership, communication (both in person and on email and teams), and interpersonal skills. Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Ability to motivate and inspire teams to achieve high performance. What We d Love to Give You Competitive salary Bonus payable upon team hitting target 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays Access to our extensive online Learning platform and development opportunities An employee wellbeing platform. Access to a salary sacrifice electric car scheme. IFG rewards for highstreets discounts. Annual Summer Party with company awards. Additional Details IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which we supply the cost for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Role: Graduate Bid Coordinator Salary: Flexible & Fantastic Benefits Location: Woking At Impact Food Group, we re more than just a school caterer. We re on a mission to create a positive food culture and help more students enjoy healthier, better-quality food. Making a positive social impact is at the heart of everything we do. We re constantly learning, evolving, and improving every way, every day. Through our industry-leading brands Innovate, Hutchison, Cucina, and Chapter One we cater for over 550,000 students and operate in more than 900 schools nationwide, growing every year. We re now looking for a talented and highly organised Bid Coordinator to join and play a vital role in supporting our business. If you have just left Univeristy and looking for your first role this could be a great role. Guided by our values , integrity, bold, impactful, empathy and community ; you will help us shape a workplace and culture we can all be proud of. Due to continued business growth an exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Bid Coordinator to join the team at a really exciting time of growth. This role is available with flexibility around office working but with an expectation of at least 3/4 days at our Woking office. Reporting to our Sales Director / Sales Manager you will joining a growing a brilliant team that is making a real impact on the success of Impact Food Group. What you will be doing Coordinating and creating supporting content for bid responses including appendices, graphics, organisation charts etc. Creating supporting PowerPoint presentations as part of tender processes. Updating and managing bid library content. Monitoring public sector frameworks for opportunities and managing opportunities through various portals. Populate consultant financial models A range of administration tasks to monitor progress and organise the team. What we are looking for Previous experience within a tender administrator / bid / proposals coordinator or similar role would be a plus. Excellent systems and financial detail focus Strong Microsoft skills (Ideally Excel Wizard) Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel Word and Adobe proficiency a plus. Excellent time management skills consistently meeting tight deadlines during our busy season Examples of working in a high-pressured culture and ability to sift through data quickly and analyse. Excellent written skills and telephone manner. Outstanding organisational skills with the ability to multi-task. An ability to maintain confidentiality with all company information and materials. Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently while contributing effectively to team goals with a strong work ethic and enthusiastic manner. CRM experience would be a bonus. Worked for a contract caterer would be a bonus but not a have to have. Tender management experience (doesn t have to be in our industry) What We d Love To Give You Competitive salary Bonus payable for hitting team target Hybrid role 3 days in the office ( Woking ) 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays Life assurance & company pension scheme. Access to our extensive online Learning platform and development opportunities An employee wellbeing platform. Access to a salary sacrifice electric car scheme. IFG rewards for highstreets discounts. Annual Summer Party with company awards. Additional Details IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which we supply the cost for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Nov 25, 2025
Full time
Role: Graduate Bid Coordinator Salary: Flexible & Fantastic Benefits Location: Woking At Impact Food Group, we re more than just a school caterer. We re on a mission to create a positive food culture and help more students enjoy healthier, better-quality food. Making a positive social impact is at the heart of everything we do. We re constantly learning, evolving, and improving every way, every day. Through our industry-leading brands Innovate, Hutchison, Cucina, and Chapter One we cater for over 550,000 students and operate in more than 900 schools nationwide, growing every year. We re now looking for a talented and highly organised Bid Coordinator to join and play a vital role in supporting our business. If you have just left Univeristy and looking for your first role this could be a great role. Guided by our values , integrity, bold, impactful, empathy and community ; you will help us shape a workplace and culture we can all be proud of. Due to continued business growth an exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Bid Coordinator to join the team at a really exciting time of growth. This role is available with flexibility around office working but with an expectation of at least 3/4 days at our Woking office. Reporting to our Sales Director / Sales Manager you will joining a growing a brilliant team that is making a real impact on the success of Impact Food Group. What you will be doing Coordinating and creating supporting content for bid responses including appendices, graphics, organisation charts etc. Creating supporting PowerPoint presentations as part of tender processes. Updating and managing bid library content. Monitoring public sector frameworks for opportunities and managing opportunities through various portals. Populate consultant financial models A range of administration tasks to monitor progress and organise the team. What we are looking for Previous experience within a tender administrator / bid / proposals coordinator or similar role would be a plus. Excellent systems and financial detail focus Strong Microsoft skills (Ideally Excel Wizard) Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel Word and Adobe proficiency a plus. Excellent time management skills consistently meeting tight deadlines during our busy season Examples of working in a high-pressured culture and ability to sift through data quickly and analyse. Excellent written skills and telephone manner. Outstanding organisational skills with the ability to multi-task. An ability to maintain confidentiality with all company information and materials. Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently while contributing effectively to team goals with a strong work ethic and enthusiastic manner. CRM experience would be a bonus. Worked for a contract caterer would be a bonus but not a have to have. Tender management experience (doesn t have to be in our industry) What We d Love To Give You Competitive salary Bonus payable for hitting team target Hybrid role 3 days in the office ( Woking ) 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays Life assurance & company pension scheme. Access to our extensive online Learning platform and development opportunities An employee wellbeing platform. Access to a salary sacrifice electric car scheme. IFG rewards for highstreets discounts. Annual Summer Party with company awards. Additional Details IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which we supply the cost for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Welcome to IFG, we are one of the fastest growing, education catering companies in the country and were recently awarded Education Caterer of the year at the Foodservice Catey Awards. We're not going to bore you with a long list of empty adjectives, we want one simple thing: awesome people to help us feed more children better food click apply for full job details
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
Welcome to IFG, we are one of the fastest growing, education catering companies in the country and were recently awarded Education Caterer of the year at the Foodservice Catey Awards. We're not going to bore you with a long list of empty adjectives, we want one simple thing: awesome people to help us feed more children better food click apply for full job details
Are you looking for that next step in your career, then you've come to the right place! Impact Food Group is made up of 4 amazing brands, Innovate, Cucina, Hutchison and Chapter One, we specialise in providing an exceptional catering service to the education sector and are Catey award winning! We are looking for People who are devoted to great service, fantastic food, and making a positive impact. About the role Job Title: Catering Assistant - Baker School Location: The Netherhall School, Cambridge, CB1 Working Days: Monday to Friday Shifts & Working hours: 7:30am-2:30pm (32.5 hours per week) Working Weeks: 39 weeks per year (term time plus inset days) Pay Details: £12.21 per hour What will I be doing? Working as part of the catering team at the site to provide a friendly, efficient and hygienic service to all customers. Assist in the preparation of food and snacks for the site Counter service and till work Keeping the kitchen and restaurant areas in a clean and tidy state at all times. We're open to people with great customer service skills, ideally from a catering or retail background, but if that's not you, don't let it put you off. We're not in the business of making school food, we're here to make good food, after all, that's why our clients and customers love us!? So maybe you fancy working somewhere close to home, with daytime hours, and with your weekends and evenings free? Not to mention all school holidays off, giving you the opportunity for some great work-life balance. As an added bonus a free meal is supplied on shift!? We'll give you a place to grow and a career to be proud of. There are loads of free qualifications and career development opportunities to be had and we've got a staff discount scheme at over 850 retailers! We also run monthly opportunities for the best teams to win shopping vouchers ? If you think you've got what it takes, and the times above suit you, we'd love to hear from you!? A short kitchen visit and interview will be required for this role. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which IFG will pay for. ? We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Are you looking for that next step in your career, then you've come to the right place! Impact Food Group is made up of 4 amazing brands, Innovate, Cucina, Hutchison and Chapter One, we specialise in providing an exceptional catering service to the education sector and are Catey award winning! We are looking for People who are devoted to great service, fantastic food, and making a positive impact. About the role Job Title: Catering Assistant - Baker School Location: The Netherhall School, Cambridge, CB1 Working Days: Monday to Friday Shifts & Working hours: 7:30am-2:30pm (32.5 hours per week) Working Weeks: 39 weeks per year (term time plus inset days) Pay Details: £12.21 per hour What will I be doing? Working as part of the catering team at the site to provide a friendly, efficient and hygienic service to all customers. Assist in the preparation of food and snacks for the site Counter service and till work Keeping the kitchen and restaurant areas in a clean and tidy state at all times. We're open to people with great customer service skills, ideally from a catering or retail background, but if that's not you, don't let it put you off. We're not in the business of making school food, we're here to make good food, after all, that's why our clients and customers love us!? So maybe you fancy working somewhere close to home, with daytime hours, and with your weekends and evenings free? Not to mention all school holidays off, giving you the opportunity for some great work-life balance. As an added bonus a free meal is supplied on shift!? We'll give you a place to grow and a career to be proud of. There are loads of free qualifications and career development opportunities to be had and we've got a staff discount scheme at over 850 retailers! We also run monthly opportunities for the best teams to win shopping vouchers ? If you think you've got what it takes, and the times above suit you, we'd love to hear from you!? A short kitchen visit and interview will be required for this role. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which IFG will pay for. ? We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Are you looking for that next step in your career, then you've come to the right place! Impact Food Group is made up of 4 amazing brands, Innovate, Cucina, Hutchison and Chapter One, we specialise in providing an exceptional catering service to the education sector and are Catey award winning! We are looking for People who are devoted to great service, fantastic food, and making a positive impact. About the role Job Title: Catering Assistant School Location: Milestone Academy, DA3 8JZ Working Days: Monday to Friday Shifts & Working hours: 10:45am-2pm (16.25 hours per week) Working Weeks: 38 weeks per year (term time only) Pay Details: £12.21 per hour What will I be doing? Working as part of the catering team at the site to provide a friendly, efficient and hygienic service to all customers. Assist in the preparation of food and snacks for the site Counter service and till work Keeping the kitchen and restaurant areas in a clean and tidy state at all times. We're open to people with great customer service skills, ideally from a catering or retail background, but if that's not you, don't let it put you off. We're not in the business of making school food, we're here to make good food, after all, that's why our clients and customers love us!? So maybe you fancy working somewhere close to home, with daytime hours, and with your weekends and evenings free? Not to mention all school holidays off, giving you the opportunity for some great work-life balance. As an added bonus a free meal is supplied on shift!? We'll give you a place to grow and a career to be proud of. There are loads of free qualifications and career development opportunities to be had and we've got a staff discount scheme at over 850 retailers! We also run monthly opportunities for the best teams to win shopping vouchers ? If you think you've got what it takes, and the times above suit you, we'd love to hear from you!? A short kitchen visit and interview will be required for this role. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which IFG will pay for. ? We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements. .
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Are you looking for that next step in your career, then you've come to the right place! Impact Food Group is made up of 4 amazing brands, Innovate, Cucina, Hutchison and Chapter One, we specialise in providing an exceptional catering service to the education sector and are Catey award winning! We are looking for People who are devoted to great service, fantastic food, and making a positive impact. About the role Job Title: Catering Assistant School Location: Milestone Academy, DA3 8JZ Working Days: Monday to Friday Shifts & Working hours: 10:45am-2pm (16.25 hours per week) Working Weeks: 38 weeks per year (term time only) Pay Details: £12.21 per hour What will I be doing? Working as part of the catering team at the site to provide a friendly, efficient and hygienic service to all customers. Assist in the preparation of food and snacks for the site Counter service and till work Keeping the kitchen and restaurant areas in a clean and tidy state at all times. We're open to people with great customer service skills, ideally from a catering or retail background, but if that's not you, don't let it put you off. We're not in the business of making school food, we're here to make good food, after all, that's why our clients and customers love us!? So maybe you fancy working somewhere close to home, with daytime hours, and with your weekends and evenings free? Not to mention all school holidays off, giving you the opportunity for some great work-life balance. As an added bonus a free meal is supplied on shift!? We'll give you a place to grow and a career to be proud of. There are loads of free qualifications and career development opportunities to be had and we've got a staff discount scheme at over 850 retailers! We also run monthly opportunities for the best teams to win shopping vouchers ? If you think you've got what it takes, and the times above suit you, we'd love to hear from you!? A short kitchen visit and interview will be required for this role. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which IFG will pay for. ? We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements. .
Welcome to IFG, we are one of the fastest growing, education catering companies in the country and were recently awarded Education Caterer of the year at the Foodservice Catey Awards. The IFG brand includes Hutchison, Chapter One, Cucina & Innovate Are you an experienced contract catering Operations Support Manager who still likes to be involved with Food? Do you want to be part of a growing bus click apply for full job details
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Welcome to IFG, we are one of the fastest growing, education catering companies in the country and were recently awarded Education Caterer of the year at the Foodservice Catey Awards. The IFG brand includes Hutchison, Chapter One, Cucina & Innovate Are you an experienced contract catering Operations Support Manager who still likes to be involved with Food? Do you want to be part of a growing bus click apply for full job details
Role: HR Manager Salary: Flexible & Fantastic Benefits Location: Woking HR Manager At Impact Food Group, we re more than just a school caterer. We re on a mission to create a positive food culture and help more students enjoy healthier, better-quality food. Making a positive social impact is at the heart of everything we do. We re constantly learning, evolving, and improving every way, every day. Through our industry-leading brands Innovate, Hutchison, Cucina, and Chapter One we cater for over 550,000 students and operate in more than 800 schools nationwide, growing every year. We re now looking for a talented and highly organised HR Manager to lead our Shared Services team and support our operational managers with expert people guidance. If you re ready to make a real impact in a company that s redefining what it means to work in catering, this is your moment. Guided by our values , integrity, bold, impactful, integrity, and community ; you will help us shape a workplace and culture we can all be proud of. What you ll be doing as an HR Manager As HR Manager, you ll play a dual role: working with a Head of People / People Director and acting as a trusted advisor to a new operational region in our business, and leading our People Services Coordinators to deliver exceptional service across the employee lifecycle. You ll ensure our people processes run smoothly, our team is supported and developed, and our managers are empowered to lead brilliantly. Key Responsibilities of the HR Manager Include: Providing timely, practical guidance to empower managers to lead fairly, consistently, and brilliantly. Advising and supporting managers through formal investigations and hearings, ensuring every step is handled with care and integrity. Guiding and coaching on short- and long-term sickness cases, including Occupational Health referrals and reasonable adjustments to contribute to a positive culture where employees feel supported. Supporting capability procedures and performance improvement plans that help people grow and succeed to make a difference and improve knowledge. Collaborating with People Business Partners to spot trends and shape proactive people strategies that are decisive and challenge the norm. Taking the lead, collaborating with the wider People department to process employees transferring via TUPE at peak periods and succeeding as a team. Lead and support the development of the team of People Coordinators. Ensure the timely response to general employee enquiries and action taken on maternity, paternity, flexible working, and probationary period enquiries from employees and managers across our entire operation. More about you - Proven experience in a People/HR Advisory role, ideally in a fast-paced, operational setting. Proven experience in leading a team setting objectives, leading by example and establishing best practices. Excellent communication and leadership skills you know how to coach, guide, and inspire. Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and people practices, including TUPE processes. Confidence in managing ER cases end-to-end, including disciplinary, grievance, absence, and capability. Considerate and ready to both learn from and share your knowledge with colleagues to be part of a fantastic People Team. If you re a collaborative, solution-focused HR professional who thrives in a busy and purposeful environment, we d love to hear from you. Join us and be part of a team making a genuine difference in the lives of students across the UK.
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Role: HR Manager Salary: Flexible & Fantastic Benefits Location: Woking HR Manager At Impact Food Group, we re more than just a school caterer. We re on a mission to create a positive food culture and help more students enjoy healthier, better-quality food. Making a positive social impact is at the heart of everything we do. We re constantly learning, evolving, and improving every way, every day. Through our industry-leading brands Innovate, Hutchison, Cucina, and Chapter One we cater for over 550,000 students and operate in more than 800 schools nationwide, growing every year. We re now looking for a talented and highly organised HR Manager to lead our Shared Services team and support our operational managers with expert people guidance. If you re ready to make a real impact in a company that s redefining what it means to work in catering, this is your moment. Guided by our values , integrity, bold, impactful, integrity, and community ; you will help us shape a workplace and culture we can all be proud of. What you ll be doing as an HR Manager As HR Manager, you ll play a dual role: working with a Head of People / People Director and acting as a trusted advisor to a new operational region in our business, and leading our People Services Coordinators to deliver exceptional service across the employee lifecycle. You ll ensure our people processes run smoothly, our team is supported and developed, and our managers are empowered to lead brilliantly. Key Responsibilities of the HR Manager Include: Providing timely, practical guidance to empower managers to lead fairly, consistently, and brilliantly. Advising and supporting managers through formal investigations and hearings, ensuring every step is handled with care and integrity. Guiding and coaching on short- and long-term sickness cases, including Occupational Health referrals and reasonable adjustments to contribute to a positive culture where employees feel supported. Supporting capability procedures and performance improvement plans that help people grow and succeed to make a difference and improve knowledge. Collaborating with People Business Partners to spot trends and shape proactive people strategies that are decisive and challenge the norm. Taking the lead, collaborating with the wider People department to process employees transferring via TUPE at peak periods and succeeding as a team. Lead and support the development of the team of People Coordinators. Ensure the timely response to general employee enquiries and action taken on maternity, paternity, flexible working, and probationary period enquiries from employees and managers across our entire operation. More about you - Proven experience in a People/HR Advisory role, ideally in a fast-paced, operational setting. Proven experience in leading a team setting objectives, leading by example and establishing best practices. Excellent communication and leadership skills you know how to coach, guide, and inspire. Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and people practices, including TUPE processes. Confidence in managing ER cases end-to-end, including disciplinary, grievance, absence, and capability. Considerate and ready to both learn from and share your knowledge with colleagues to be part of a fantastic People Team. If you re a collaborative, solution-focused HR professional who thrives in a busy and purposeful environment, we d love to hear from you. Join us and be part of a team making a genuine difference in the lives of students across the UK.
Role: Assistant Commercial Contracts Coordinator Salary: Competitive, Good Benefits & 10% Bonus Location: Woking, Hybrid Working (3 days in the office, 2 days from home - 8.30am-5pm Monday-Friday) At Impact Food Group , we re more than a school caterer. We re driven by creating a positive food culture and helping more students eat better food. Making a positive social impact is at the centre of our identity. We tirelessly learn, develop and make improvements in every way, every day. Delivered by our distinct and industry leading brands; Innovate , Cucina, Hutchisons and Chapter One , we cater for over 550,000 students, operating more than 800 schools with growth each year. Due to continued business growth an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Contract Manager to join the Commercial team with a focus on providing support to the wider business. You will join a growing Commercial team that is making a real impact on the success of Impact Food Group. Role Responsibilities: Contract Review Reviewing contracts to ensure they meet the company's needs and comply with legal standards. Collaborating with internal teams (e.g., sales) to gather information and define contract terms. Contract Execution and Management Ensuring contracts are executed correctly and in a timely manner. Drafting addendums to existing contracts. Managing the contract lifecycle, including tracking key dates, milestones, and deliverables. Maintaining accurate records of all contracts and related documentation. Compliance and Risk Management: Ensuring contracts comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies. Identifying and assessing potential risks associated with contracts and implementing mitigation strategies. Communication and Stakeholder Management: Serving as the primary point of contact for contracts Communicating contract terms and obligations with sales Building and maintaining strong relationships with vendors and clients. About You Qualifications/Skills & Required Experience: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills: To evaluate contracts, identify risks, and resolve issues. Excellent negotiation and communication skills: To effectively negotiate contracts and communicate with stakeholders. Familiarity with contract law and regulations: To ensure contracts comply with legal requirements. Attention to detail: To ensure accuracy and thoroughness in contract management. Experience with contract management software and systems: To efficiently manage contracts and track performance. Ability to work independently and as part of a team: To effectively manage contracts and collaborate with stakeholders. Some legal background Excellent with Word What We d Love to Give You Competitive salary 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays. Company pension scheme. Access to our extensive online Learning platform and development opportunities An employee wellbeing platform. IFG rewards for highstreets discounts. Annual Summer Party with company awards. Additional Details IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which we supply the cost for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Oct 02, 2025
Full time
Role: Assistant Commercial Contracts Coordinator Salary: Competitive, Good Benefits & 10% Bonus Location: Woking, Hybrid Working (3 days in the office, 2 days from home - 8.30am-5pm Monday-Friday) At Impact Food Group , we re more than a school caterer. We re driven by creating a positive food culture and helping more students eat better food. Making a positive social impact is at the centre of our identity. We tirelessly learn, develop and make improvements in every way, every day. Delivered by our distinct and industry leading brands; Innovate , Cucina, Hutchisons and Chapter One , we cater for over 550,000 students, operating more than 800 schools with growth each year. Due to continued business growth an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Contract Manager to join the Commercial team with a focus on providing support to the wider business. You will join a growing Commercial team that is making a real impact on the success of Impact Food Group. Role Responsibilities: Contract Review Reviewing contracts to ensure they meet the company's needs and comply with legal standards. Collaborating with internal teams (e.g., sales) to gather information and define contract terms. Contract Execution and Management Ensuring contracts are executed correctly and in a timely manner. Drafting addendums to existing contracts. Managing the contract lifecycle, including tracking key dates, milestones, and deliverables. Maintaining accurate records of all contracts and related documentation. Compliance and Risk Management: Ensuring contracts comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies. Identifying and assessing potential risks associated with contracts and implementing mitigation strategies. Communication and Stakeholder Management: Serving as the primary point of contact for contracts Communicating contract terms and obligations with sales Building and maintaining strong relationships with vendors and clients. About You Qualifications/Skills & Required Experience: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills: To evaluate contracts, identify risks, and resolve issues. Excellent negotiation and communication skills: To effectively negotiate contracts and communicate with stakeholders. Familiarity with contract law and regulations: To ensure contracts comply with legal requirements. Attention to detail: To ensure accuracy and thoroughness in contract management. Experience with contract management software and systems: To efficiently manage contracts and track performance. Ability to work independently and as part of a team: To effectively manage contracts and collaborate with stakeholders. Some legal background Excellent with Word What We d Love to Give You Competitive salary 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays. Company pension scheme. Access to our extensive online Learning platform and development opportunities An employee wellbeing platform. IFG rewards for highstreets discounts. Annual Summer Party with company awards. Additional Details IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which we supply the cost for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Role: Operations Manager Salary: £52.5k plus Car Allowance ( £5760) & Great Benefits Location: Portsmouth & A3 Surrounding Areas At Impact Food Group , we re more than a school caterer. The people are the heart of what we do. We re driven by creating a positive food culture and helping more students eat better food. Making a positive social impact is at the centre of our identity. We tirelessly learn, develop and make improvements in every way, every day. Delivered by our distinct and industry leading brands ; Innovate, Hutchison, Cucina and Chapter One , we cater for over 500,000 students. To find out more visit our website Due to continued business growth an exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced Operations Manager to join the team- this role is overseeing a portfolio of schools. This role is a field based role, so you will need to be prepared to travel to support your teams out in the business. The essential ingredient at the heart of our business is our people so we are searching for an experienced multisite Operations Manager with a background in an excellent food catering services to join our business. Can you Manage, inspire, and engage our teams? Meet with clients to build strong, professional relationships with internal and external individuals, service providers, suppliers, and businesses Demonstrate passion and knowledge of great contemporary fresh food and service Deliver exceptional senior management operations in a contract catering environment for a range of senior clients with exceptional standards. Demonstrate strong motivation skills with a lead by example approach Deliver financial management skills - commercial and fixed price What can you bring? The experience and knowledge we are looking for includes. A background as an Area Manager/ Operation's Manager within a contract catering or a retail catering environment you will have managed at least 8 sites; Day to day management and guidance of the chef managers running the sites including in supporting with client relationships, Recruitment and HR matters. You will be comfortable conversing at all levels, from the kitchen to the board room. We are after a self-motivated, resilient, and highly organised manager; with an understanding of how to prioritise effectively. You won t be afraid of the Office suite and will be a dab hand at producing spreadsheets and presentations to show how well you re doing. What we d love to give you Competitive salary up to £52.5k+ plus a Car Allowance (£5760) 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays. Life assurance & company pension scheme. Private Healthcare Access to our extensive online Learning platform and development opportunities An employee wellbeing platform. Access to a salary sacrifice electric car scheme. IFG rewards for highstreets discounts. Annual Summer Party with company awards. Additional Details IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which we supply the cost for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements. We look forward to receiving your application!
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
Role: Operations Manager Salary: £52.5k plus Car Allowance ( £5760) & Great Benefits Location: Portsmouth & A3 Surrounding Areas At Impact Food Group , we re more than a school caterer. The people are the heart of what we do. We re driven by creating a positive food culture and helping more students eat better food. Making a positive social impact is at the centre of our identity. We tirelessly learn, develop and make improvements in every way, every day. Delivered by our distinct and industry leading brands ; Innovate, Hutchison, Cucina and Chapter One , we cater for over 500,000 students. To find out more visit our website Due to continued business growth an exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced Operations Manager to join the team- this role is overseeing a portfolio of schools. This role is a field based role, so you will need to be prepared to travel to support your teams out in the business. The essential ingredient at the heart of our business is our people so we are searching for an experienced multisite Operations Manager with a background in an excellent food catering services to join our business. Can you Manage, inspire, and engage our teams? Meet with clients to build strong, professional relationships with internal and external individuals, service providers, suppliers, and businesses Demonstrate passion and knowledge of great contemporary fresh food and service Deliver exceptional senior management operations in a contract catering environment for a range of senior clients with exceptional standards. Demonstrate strong motivation skills with a lead by example approach Deliver financial management skills - commercial and fixed price What can you bring? The experience and knowledge we are looking for includes. A background as an Area Manager/ Operation's Manager within a contract catering or a retail catering environment you will have managed at least 8 sites; Day to day management and guidance of the chef managers running the sites including in supporting with client relationships, Recruitment and HR matters. You will be comfortable conversing at all levels, from the kitchen to the board room. We are after a self-motivated, resilient, and highly organised manager; with an understanding of how to prioritise effectively. You won t be afraid of the Office suite and will be a dab hand at producing spreadsheets and presentations to show how well you re doing. What we d love to give you Competitive salary up to £52.5k+ plus a Car Allowance (£5760) 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays. Life assurance & company pension scheme. Private Healthcare Access to our extensive online Learning platform and development opportunities An employee wellbeing platform. Access to a salary sacrifice electric car scheme. IFG rewards for highstreets discounts. Annual Summer Party with company awards. Additional Details IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which we supply the cost for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements. We look forward to receiving your application!
Welcome to IFG, we are one of the fastest growing, education catering companies in the country and were recently awarded Education Caterer of the year at the Foodservice Catey Awards. IFG is has 4 amazing brands, Cucina, Innovate, Hutchison & Chapter One. We're not going to bore you with a long list of empty adjectives, we want one simple thing: awesome people to help us feed more children better click apply for full job details
Sep 25, 2025
Full time
Welcome to IFG, we are one of the fastest growing, education catering companies in the country and were recently awarded Education Caterer of the year at the Foodservice Catey Awards. IFG is has 4 amazing brands, Cucina, Innovate, Hutchison & Chapter One. We're not going to bore you with a long list of empty adjectives, we want one simple thing: awesome people to help us feed more children better click apply for full job details
Welcome to IFG, we are one of the fastest growing, education catering companies in the country and were recently awarded Education Caterer of the year at the Foodservice Catey Awards. IFG is has 4 amazing brands, Cucina, Innovate, Hutchison & Chapter One. We're not going to bore you with a long list of empty adjectives, we want one simple thing: awesome people to help us feed more children better click apply for full job details
Sep 25, 2025
Full time
Welcome to IFG, we are one of the fastest growing, education catering companies in the country and were recently awarded Education Caterer of the year at the Foodservice Catey Awards. IFG is has 4 amazing brands, Cucina, Innovate, Hutchison & Chapter One. We're not going to bore you with a long list of empty adjectives, we want one simple thing: awesome people to help us feed more children better click apply for full job details
Welcome to IFG, we are one of the fastest growing, education catering companies in the country and were recently awarded Education Caterer of the year at the Foodservice Catey Awards. IFG has 4 amazing brands, Cucina, Innovate, Hutchison & Chapter One. We're not going to bore you with a long list of empty adjectives, we want one simple thing: awesome people to help us feed more children better fo click apply for full job details
Sep 25, 2025
Full time
Welcome to IFG, we are one of the fastest growing, education catering companies in the country and were recently awarded Education Caterer of the year at the Foodservice Catey Awards. IFG has 4 amazing brands, Cucina, Innovate, Hutchison & Chapter One. We're not going to bore you with a long list of empty adjectives, we want one simple thing: awesome people to help us feed more children better fo click apply for full job details
Welcome to IFG, we are one of the fastest growing, education catering companies in the country and were recently awarded Education Caterer of the year at the Foodservice Catey Awards. IFG has 4 amazing brands, Cucina, Innovate, Hutchison & Chapter One. We're not going to bore you with a long list of empty adjectives, we want one simple thing: awesome people to help us feed more children better fo click apply for full job details
Sep 25, 2025
Full time
Welcome to IFG, we are one of the fastest growing, education catering companies in the country and were recently awarded Education Caterer of the year at the Foodservice Catey Awards. IFG has 4 amazing brands, Cucina, Innovate, Hutchison & Chapter One. We're not going to bore you with a long list of empty adjectives, we want one simple thing: awesome people to help us feed more children better fo click apply for full job details
Welcome to IFG, we are one of the fastest growing, education catering companies in the country and were recently awarded Education Caterer of the year at the Foodservice Catey Awards. IFG is has 4 amazing brands, Cucina, Innovate, Hutchison & Chapter One. We're not going to bore you with a long list of empty adjectives, we want one simple thing: awesome people to help us feed more children better click apply for full job details
Sep 24, 2025
Full time
Welcome to IFG, we are one of the fastest growing, education catering companies in the country and were recently awarded Education Caterer of the year at the Foodservice Catey Awards. IFG is has 4 amazing brands, Cucina, Innovate, Hutchison & Chapter One. We're not going to bore you with a long list of empty adjectives, we want one simple thing: awesome people to help us feed more children better click apply for full job details
Impact Food Group
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
Are you looking for that next step in your career, then you've come to the right place! Impact Food Group is made up of 3 brands, Innovate, Cucina and Chapter One, we specialise in providing an exceptional catering service to the education sector and are Catey award winning! We are looking for People who are devoted to great service, fantastic food, and making a positive impact click apply for full job details
Sep 24, 2025
Full time
Are you looking for that next step in your career, then you've come to the right place! Impact Food Group is made up of 3 brands, Innovate, Cucina and Chapter One, we specialise in providing an exceptional catering service to the education sector and are Catey award winning! We are looking for People who are devoted to great service, fantastic food, and making a positive impact click apply for full job details
Are you looking for that next step in your career, then you've come to the right place! Impact Food Group is made up of 3 brands, Innovate, Cucina and Chapter One, we specialise in providing an exceptional catering service to the education sector and are Catey award winning! We are looking for People who are devoted to great service, fantastic food, and making a positive impact click apply for full job details
Sep 24, 2025
Full time
Are you looking for that next step in your career, then you've come to the right place! Impact Food Group is made up of 3 brands, Innovate, Cucina and Chapter One, we specialise in providing an exceptional catering service to the education sector and are Catey award winning! We are looking for People who are devoted to great service, fantastic food, and making a positive impact click apply for full job details
Welcome to IFG, we are one of the fastest growing, education catering companies in the country and were recently awarded Education Caterer of the year at the Foodservice Catey Awards. IFG has 4 amazing brands, Cucina, Innovate, Hutchison & Chapter One. We're not going to bore you with a long list of empty adjectives, we want one simple thing: awesome people to help us feed more children better fo click apply for full job details
Sep 24, 2025
Full time
Welcome to IFG, we are one of the fastest growing, education catering companies in the country and were recently awarded Education Caterer of the year at the Foodservice Catey Awards. IFG has 4 amazing brands, Cucina, Innovate, Hutchison & Chapter One. We're not going to bore you with a long list of empty adjectives, we want one simple thing: awesome people to help us feed more children better fo click apply for full job details
