Food & Beverage Manager Reference: MAY Location: Burton Mere Wetlands, Dee Estuary Reserve, Neston CH64 Contract: Permanent Hours: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week Salary: £28,940.00 - £30,898.00 Per Annum Benefits: Pension Scheme, Life Assurance Scheme, 26 days' Annual Leave Introduction We are looking for an enthusiastic, confident and highly organised individual to take on the role of Food and Beverage Manager at our Burton Mere wetlands nature reserve on the Dee Estuary. The café is located in our award-winning visitor centre, situated in a rural landscape on the edge of the Dee Estuary in Cheshire. The Dearne Valley is an excellent example of a formally industrialised landscape which is rich in cultural and natural heritage, evolving from a polluted industrial zone in the 1980's to a green landscape featuring SSSI wetlands, grasslands and pockets of woodlands, on the doorstep of many local people. RSPB Burton Mere Wetlands is a well visited nature reserve popular with the birding community and families alike. With a Visitor Centre, café, and small shop and thriving events programme supporting our visitors to connect with nature on our beautiful reserve. What's the role about? To lead the delivery of all food and beverage elements, creating an exemplar customer experience, with the aim to maximise the income and profit of the RSPB café. Main Duties:(Non-Exhaustive) Lead, coach and develop a team of staff and volunteers to deliver excellent customer service and being at the forefront of delivering that yourself day to day. Oversee the day-to-day running of the café, ensuring a high-quality offer and smooth operation. Manage rotas and resources effectively to support team performance and service delivery and deliver the required staff ratio KPI. Deliver against financial targets by managing budgets, costs and commercial performance. Ensure effective merchandising and stock control to maximise income. Work collaboratively with the wider visitor operations team and site management team on site and with internal HQ support teams. Ensure compliance with all relevant policies, including food hygiene, health and safety, and operational procedures. Essential skills, knowledge and experience: Ability to motivate and support others - Experience leading or coordinating a diverse team. Commitment to excellent customer experience - Responds positively and promptly to customer needs and feedback. Understanding of catering operations - Familiar with stock systems and able to interpret financial information. Knowledge of effective sales techniques - Awareness of merchandising, upselling and add-on sales. Ability to plan and prioritise work - Organises tasks efficiently and adapts to changing priorities. Problem-solving and initiative - Identifies solutions and acts independently when needed. Ability to build positive working relationships - Works collaboratively and supports an inclusive team culture. Experience working towards targets or KPIs - Achieves goals in catering, hospitality, retail or similar settings. Experience in visitor-facing environments - Experience gained in a visitor attraction, hospitality, retail, or similar customer-focused setting. Experience managing catering operations - Proven ability to run or support a successful catering service, including staff coordination and operational oversight. Clear communication and digital skills - Confident verbal and written communication, with the ability to use digital tools effectively. Basic numeracy and literacy - GCSE Maths and English or equivalent skills gained through work, training, or lived experience. Ability to work regular weekends - Willingness to work Saturdays or Sundays as part of the regular rota. Closing date: 23:59, Sunday, 21st June 2026 We are looking to conduct interviews for this position from 30th June 2026 . however, this may change depending on the number of applications received. N.B. We may begin interviewing sooner and reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. Interested? If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click the apply button to be directed to our website. We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature's side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application. The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The RSPB is a licenced sponsor. This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract. As part of this application process you will be asked to submit a CV and complete an application form including evidence on how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience listed above. Contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application. No agencies please.
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
Food & Beverage Manager Reference: MAY Location: Burton Mere Wetlands, Dee Estuary Reserve, Neston CH64 Contract: Permanent Hours: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week Salary: £28,940.00 - £30,898.00 Per Annum Benefits: Pension Scheme, Life Assurance Scheme, 26 days' Annual Leave Introduction We are looking for an enthusiastic, confident and highly organised individual to take on the role of Food and Beverage Manager at our Burton Mere wetlands nature reserve on the Dee Estuary. The café is located in our award-winning visitor centre, situated in a rural landscape on the edge of the Dee Estuary in Cheshire. The Dearne Valley is an excellent example of a formally industrialised landscape which is rich in cultural and natural heritage, evolving from a polluted industrial zone in the 1980's to a green landscape featuring SSSI wetlands, grasslands and pockets of woodlands, on the doorstep of many local people. RSPB Burton Mere Wetlands is a well visited nature reserve popular with the birding community and families alike. With a Visitor Centre, café, and small shop and thriving events programme supporting our visitors to connect with nature on our beautiful reserve. What's the role about? To lead the delivery of all food and beverage elements, creating an exemplar customer experience, with the aim to maximise the income and profit of the RSPB café. Main Duties:(Non-Exhaustive) Lead, coach and develop a team of staff and volunteers to deliver excellent customer service and being at the forefront of delivering that yourself day to day. Oversee the day-to-day running of the café, ensuring a high-quality offer and smooth operation. Manage rotas and resources effectively to support team performance and service delivery and deliver the required staff ratio KPI. Deliver against financial targets by managing budgets, costs and commercial performance. Ensure effective merchandising and stock control to maximise income. Work collaboratively with the wider visitor operations team and site management team on site and with internal HQ support teams. Ensure compliance with all relevant policies, including food hygiene, health and safety, and operational procedures. Essential skills, knowledge and experience: Ability to motivate and support others - Experience leading or coordinating a diverse team. Commitment to excellent customer experience - Responds positively and promptly to customer needs and feedback. Understanding of catering operations - Familiar with stock systems and able to interpret financial information. Knowledge of effective sales techniques - Awareness of merchandising, upselling and add-on sales. Ability to plan and prioritise work - Organises tasks efficiently and adapts to changing priorities. Problem-solving and initiative - Identifies solutions and acts independently when needed. Ability to build positive working relationships - Works collaboratively and supports an inclusive team culture. Experience working towards targets or KPIs - Achieves goals in catering, hospitality, retail or similar settings. Experience in visitor-facing environments - Experience gained in a visitor attraction, hospitality, retail, or similar customer-focused setting. Experience managing catering operations - Proven ability to run or support a successful catering service, including staff coordination and operational oversight. Clear communication and digital skills - Confident verbal and written communication, with the ability to use digital tools effectively. Basic numeracy and literacy - GCSE Maths and English or equivalent skills gained through work, training, or lived experience. Ability to work regular weekends - Willingness to work Saturdays or Sundays as part of the regular rota. Closing date: 23:59, Sunday, 21st June 2026 We are looking to conduct interviews for this position from 30th June 2026 . however, this may change depending on the number of applications received. N.B. We may begin interviewing sooner and reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. Interested? If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click the apply button to be directed to our website. We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature's side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application. The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The RSPB is a licenced sponsor. This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract. As part of this application process you will be asked to submit a CV and complete an application form including evidence on how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience listed above. Contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application. No agencies please.
Catering Assistant Location: St Giles View Part-time and full-time contracts avaliable £12.85 per hour An additional 10% paid for weekend shifts as a premium uplift Alternate weekends off Paid breaks and free meal provided No later finishes (7PM LATEST!) Free parking Uniform provided The Brendoncare Foundation are delighted to be looking for part-time and full-time Catering Assistants to join our team at our 60 bed care home. Brendoncare St Giles View is a modern development in our home city of Winchester, which provides 60 purpose built en-suite residential, nursing and dementia bedrooms. Leisure facilities include a café/restaurant, hair and beauty salon and community spaces. This home has landscaped gardens and enjoys stunning views of the South Downs. By working alongside the Chef Manager and second chef you will assist in producing a varied, nutritionally balanced, tasty and an appetising menu to satisfy all dietary needs and preferences of the residents prepared in a safe, hygienic and an efficient catering area. The role includes: Meal prep Assisting with the preparation of meals for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks Stock rotation Maintaining kitchen cleanliness Ensure COSHH standards are exceeded HACCP record completion A full role profile is available on request. Priority will be given to applicants with experience of working in a Care Home setting or experience of catering for older/vulnerable adults with an understanding of their dietary and nutritional needs In Return, we can offer you: Meals provided while on duty in our care homes Free initial DBS check Free parking (subject to availability) An Employee Assistance Programme offering 24 hour support for staff and their immediate family members Blue Light Card EarlyPay Minimum of 5.6 weeks holiday including bank holidays Enhanced annual leave after five years to reward long service and dedication Extensive training and continual personal development Who are Brendoncare? Brendoncare is a charity which provides a range of connected services for people in later life including care homes, extra care housing, community support services and clubs across the South of England. We are people-driven, focusing on empowerment, inclusivity and understanding. We aim to ensure that whoever comes into the Brendoncare environment - whether as a member, resident, volunteer or colleague - they are able to live their life to the fullest potential. Our values reflect who we are - together we are kind, dedicated, forward thinking and empowering. We need people who really want to make a difference to the lives of people in later life to join us. In return, we will support you to grow and flourish as you are welcomed to the Brendoncare team. Safeguarding is a core priority for us. All successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check as part of our commitment to ensuring a safe and secure environment for everyone. Please note: We are running a dynamic recruitment process and may begin interviewing suitable candidates before the closing date. We encourage early applications to ensure consideration.
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
Catering Assistant Location: St Giles View Part-time and full-time contracts avaliable £12.85 per hour An additional 10% paid for weekend shifts as a premium uplift Alternate weekends off Paid breaks and free meal provided No later finishes (7PM LATEST!) Free parking Uniform provided The Brendoncare Foundation are delighted to be looking for part-time and full-time Catering Assistants to join our team at our 60 bed care home. Brendoncare St Giles View is a modern development in our home city of Winchester, which provides 60 purpose built en-suite residential, nursing and dementia bedrooms. Leisure facilities include a café/restaurant, hair and beauty salon and community spaces. This home has landscaped gardens and enjoys stunning views of the South Downs. By working alongside the Chef Manager and second chef you will assist in producing a varied, nutritionally balanced, tasty and an appetising menu to satisfy all dietary needs and preferences of the residents prepared in a safe, hygienic and an efficient catering area. The role includes: Meal prep Assisting with the preparation of meals for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks Stock rotation Maintaining kitchen cleanliness Ensure COSHH standards are exceeded HACCP record completion A full role profile is available on request. Priority will be given to applicants with experience of working in a Care Home setting or experience of catering for older/vulnerable adults with an understanding of their dietary and nutritional needs In Return, we can offer you: Meals provided while on duty in our care homes Free initial DBS check Free parking (subject to availability) An Employee Assistance Programme offering 24 hour support for staff and their immediate family members Blue Light Card EarlyPay Minimum of 5.6 weeks holiday including bank holidays Enhanced annual leave after five years to reward long service and dedication Extensive training and continual personal development Who are Brendoncare? Brendoncare is a charity which provides a range of connected services for people in later life including care homes, extra care housing, community support services and clubs across the South of England. We are people-driven, focusing on empowerment, inclusivity and understanding. We aim to ensure that whoever comes into the Brendoncare environment - whether as a member, resident, volunteer or colleague - they are able to live their life to the fullest potential. Our values reflect who we are - together we are kind, dedicated, forward thinking and empowering. We need people who really want to make a difference to the lives of people in later life to join us. In return, we will support you to grow and flourish as you are welcomed to the Brendoncare team. Safeguarding is a core priority for us. All successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check as part of our commitment to ensuring a safe and secure environment for everyone. Please note: We are running a dynamic recruitment process and may begin interviewing suitable candidates before the closing date. We encourage early applications to ensure consideration.
Procurement and Contract Manager Location: Storey s Gate, SW1H 9NH; This is an office-based role Job Type: Part-Time; 22.5 hours per week; Permanent Salary Range: £30,000 £36,000 actual salary range based on 22.5 hours per week (equivalent to £50,000 £60,000 full-time) Reports To: Chief Operating Officer with reporting lines to Chief Financial Officer Department: Operations Number of Reports: 0 About Our Client Our client is the largest heritage events venue in Westminster and no two days are ever the same. One day you might be working with their clients on terms and conditions for a concert, the next negotiating terms for one of their many suppliers be they the fun things such as catering, or the back of house essentials such as utility bills. You ll work across all departments to support their teams with tenders, procuring the best possible supply contracts and ensuring focus on their business objectives. As a small team, they offer a varied workload and the opportunity to drive impact at both a strategic and hands on level. Our client is owned by Trustees appointed by the Methodist Church whose stunning Grade II listed building they are proud to occupy. They therefore conduct business in line with the Church s ethics and their own company values. About You You are an experienced professional with a strong background in procurement and contract management. You have a keen eye for detail, a strategic mindset, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments to ensure all contractual and procurement activities are well-managed, compliant, and aligned with business objectives. Your expertise includes: Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts, including SLAs, NDAs, and partnership agreements. Conducting due diligence on new and existing clients and suppliers. Advising on contractual risks and ensuring compliance with terms, renewals, and performance metrics. Managing a central contract register and using technology to streamline documentation and oversight. Leading procurement strategies and tender processes, ensuring ethical sourcing and value for money. Supporting governance, staying up to date with legislation, and contributing to policy development. You are proactive, organised, and committed to upholding the values of our client in all supplier and client relationships. You will have: CIPS qualification (Level 5 or above). Strong legal expertise, particularly in contract law and commercial agreements. Proven experience in procurement and supplier contract management. High commercial acumen. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong understanding of risk management and compliance. Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and accuracy. The ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities. Benefits As a member of our client s team, you will have access to a range of benefits, including: Generous pension Private medical insurance Group income protection Staff referral bonus Life assurance Season ticket loan 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays (pro-rated) and paid birthday leave 2 additional paid volunteering days each year Employee Assistance Programme Enhanced family leave Enhanced sick leave 50% discount at their in-house café and discounts to food and shopping places in local area They welcome applications from candidates with a variety of backgrounds, skills and abilities.
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
Procurement and Contract Manager Location: Storey s Gate, SW1H 9NH; This is an office-based role Job Type: Part-Time; 22.5 hours per week; Permanent Salary Range: £30,000 £36,000 actual salary range based on 22.5 hours per week (equivalent to £50,000 £60,000 full-time) Reports To: Chief Operating Officer with reporting lines to Chief Financial Officer Department: Operations Number of Reports: 0 About Our Client Our client is the largest heritage events venue in Westminster and no two days are ever the same. One day you might be working with their clients on terms and conditions for a concert, the next negotiating terms for one of their many suppliers be they the fun things such as catering, or the back of house essentials such as utility bills. You ll work across all departments to support their teams with tenders, procuring the best possible supply contracts and ensuring focus on their business objectives. As a small team, they offer a varied workload and the opportunity to drive impact at both a strategic and hands on level. Our client is owned by Trustees appointed by the Methodist Church whose stunning Grade II listed building they are proud to occupy. They therefore conduct business in line with the Church s ethics and their own company values. About You You are an experienced professional with a strong background in procurement and contract management. You have a keen eye for detail, a strategic mindset, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments to ensure all contractual and procurement activities are well-managed, compliant, and aligned with business objectives. Your expertise includes: Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts, including SLAs, NDAs, and partnership agreements. Conducting due diligence on new and existing clients and suppliers. Advising on contractual risks and ensuring compliance with terms, renewals, and performance metrics. Managing a central contract register and using technology to streamline documentation and oversight. Leading procurement strategies and tender processes, ensuring ethical sourcing and value for money. Supporting governance, staying up to date with legislation, and contributing to policy development. You are proactive, organised, and committed to upholding the values of our client in all supplier and client relationships. You will have: CIPS qualification (Level 5 or above). Strong legal expertise, particularly in contract law and commercial agreements. Proven experience in procurement and supplier contract management. High commercial acumen. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong understanding of risk management and compliance. Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and accuracy. The ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities. Benefits As a member of our client s team, you will have access to a range of benefits, including: Generous pension Private medical insurance Group income protection Staff referral bonus Life assurance Season ticket loan 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays (pro-rated) and paid birthday leave 2 additional paid volunteering days each year Employee Assistance Programme Enhanced family leave Enhanced sick leave 50% discount at their in-house café and discounts to food and shopping places in local area They welcome applications from candidates with a variety of backgrounds, skills and abilities.
Procurement and Contract Manager Location: Central Hall Westminster, Storey s Gate, SW1H 9NH; This is an office-based role Job Type: Part-Time; 22.5 hours per week; Permanent Salary Range: £30,000 £36,000 actual salary range based on 22.5 hours per week (equivalent to £50,000 £60,000 full-time) Reports To: Chief Operating Officer with reporting lines to Chief Financial Officer Department: Operations Number of Reports: 0 About Us We re the largest heritage events venue in Westminster and no two days are ever the same. One day you might be working with our clients on terms and conditions for a concert, the next negotiating terms for one of our many suppliers be they the fun things such as catering, or the back of house essentials such as utility bills. You ll work across all departments to support our teams with tenders, procuring the best possible supply contracts and ensuring focus on our business objectives. As a small team, we offer a varied workload and the opportunity to drive impact at both a strategic and hands on level. Central Hall Westminster (CHW) Ltd is owned by Trustees appointed by the Methodist Church whose stunning Grade II listed building we are proud to occupy. We therefore conduct business in line with the Church s ethics and our own company values. About You You are an experienced professional with a strong background in procurement and contract management. You have a keen eye for detail, a strategic mindset, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments to ensure all contractual and procurement activities are well-managed, compliant, and aligned with business objectives. Your expertise includes: Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts, including SLAs, NDAs, and partnership agreements. Conducting due diligence on new and existing clients and suppliers. Advising on contractual risks and ensuring compliance with terms, renewals, and performance metrics. Managing a central contract register and using technology to streamline documentation and oversight. Leading procurement strategies and tender processes, ensuring ethical sourcing and value for money. Supporting governance, staying up to date with legislation, and contributing to policy development. You are proactive, organised, and committed to upholding the values of Central Hall Westminster in all supplier and client relationships. You will have: CIPS qualification (Level 5 or above). Strong legal expertise, particularly in contract law and commercial agreements. Proven experience in procurement and supplier contract management. High commercial acumen. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong understanding of risk management and compliance. Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and accuracy. The ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities. Benefits As a member of our team, you will have access to a range of benefits, including: Generous pension Private medical insurance Group income protection Staff referral bonus Life assurance Season ticket loan 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays (pro-rated) and paid birthday leave 2 additional paid volunteering days each year Employee Assistance Programme Enhanced family leave Enhanced sick leave 50% discount at our in-house café and discounts to food and shopping places in local area We welcome applications from candidates with a variety of backgrounds, skills and abilities.
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
Procurement and Contract Manager Location: Central Hall Westminster, Storey s Gate, SW1H 9NH; This is an office-based role Job Type: Part-Time; 22.5 hours per week; Permanent Salary Range: £30,000 £36,000 actual salary range based on 22.5 hours per week (equivalent to £50,000 £60,000 full-time) Reports To: Chief Operating Officer with reporting lines to Chief Financial Officer Department: Operations Number of Reports: 0 About Us We re the largest heritage events venue in Westminster and no two days are ever the same. One day you might be working with our clients on terms and conditions for a concert, the next negotiating terms for one of our many suppliers be they the fun things such as catering, or the back of house essentials such as utility bills. You ll work across all departments to support our teams with tenders, procuring the best possible supply contracts and ensuring focus on our business objectives. As a small team, we offer a varied workload and the opportunity to drive impact at both a strategic and hands on level. Central Hall Westminster (CHW) Ltd is owned by Trustees appointed by the Methodist Church whose stunning Grade II listed building we are proud to occupy. We therefore conduct business in line with the Church s ethics and our own company values. About You You are an experienced professional with a strong background in procurement and contract management. You have a keen eye for detail, a strategic mindset, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments to ensure all contractual and procurement activities are well-managed, compliant, and aligned with business objectives. Your expertise includes: Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts, including SLAs, NDAs, and partnership agreements. Conducting due diligence on new and existing clients and suppliers. Advising on contractual risks and ensuring compliance with terms, renewals, and performance metrics. Managing a central contract register and using technology to streamline documentation and oversight. Leading procurement strategies and tender processes, ensuring ethical sourcing and value for money. Supporting governance, staying up to date with legislation, and contributing to policy development. You are proactive, organised, and committed to upholding the values of Central Hall Westminster in all supplier and client relationships. You will have: CIPS qualification (Level 5 or above). Strong legal expertise, particularly in contract law and commercial agreements. Proven experience in procurement and supplier contract management. High commercial acumen. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong understanding of risk management and compliance. Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and accuracy. The ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities. Benefits As a member of our team, you will have access to a range of benefits, including: Generous pension Private medical insurance Group income protection Staff referral bonus Life assurance Season ticket loan 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays (pro-rated) and paid birthday leave 2 additional paid volunteering days each year Employee Assistance Programme Enhanced family leave Enhanced sick leave 50% discount at our in-house café and discounts to food and shopping places in local area We welcome applications from candidates with a variety of backgrounds, skills and abilities.
Role: Assistant Catering Manager Salary: £13.17 - £13.61 per hour Hours : Flexible We are looking for a motivated, hands-on Assistant Catering Manager to support the day-to-day running and growth of our catering social enterprises. This is a rewarding opportunity to combine your catering and leadership skills while making a real difference to the lives of the people we support. About Style Acre Style Acre is an Oxfordshire-based, award-winning and forward-looking charity supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism and physical needs. We have over 35 supported living households, 3 community day hubs and a successful work programme, supporting more than 250 people. We are rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). We are looking for a caring, organised and can-do person to join our team at our flagship Blewbury Tea Room. Main Purpose Alongside the Catering Manager and Social Enterprise Manager, this role has shared responsibility for the effective management and growth of the catering social enterprises and the delivery of meaningful, enriching, and stimulating work opportunities for the people we support with learning disabilities and autism. Principal Responsibilities Current Catering social enterprises (Tea room, Café at Francis Curtis Court, Delivered and Pantry Service): ?Share responsibility for the day-to-day management of the catering social enterprises, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for people we support, staff, volunteers, and customers. Ensure adherence to all relevant health and safety procedures and compliance with Environmental Health requirements. Escalating any food safety or hygiene concerns promptly to the appropriate level of management. Support the Catering Manager in planning menus, sourcing ingredients, and ordering supplies in line with operational needs and budgets. Work collaboratively with Day Opportunities Management and the Work Programme Team to ensure the catering social enterprises provide meaningful and appropriate work opportunities. Support the marketing and promotion of the catering social enterprises, including the development and delivery of seasonal events and initiatives. Maintain a strong presence within the local community and deliver high standards of customer service through effective training and support of all team members. Ensure the premises (internal and external) are maintained to a high standard of cleanliness and presentation, reporting any maintenance issues promptly to the appropriate person within the organisation. Team Management Provide line management and supervision to the catering team alongside the Catering Manager, including training, regular supervisions, performance reviews, and ongoing support. Help with the preparation of weekly staff and volunteer rotas, ensuring adequate cover to meet operational requirements within agreed staffing hours. Flexible approach to hours worked if needed to provide cover for holidays, sickness etc Ensure all people supported, staff, and volunteers receive appropriate training, including mandatory and role-specific catering training (e-learning, face-to-face, and on-the-job training). Undertake any other duties of a similar nature and level of responsibility as required by the organisation. Finance Ensure all financial transactions are handled in accordance with the charity s policies and procedures, including banking daily takings and managing cash floats. Support the Catering Manager and Social Enterprise Manager in monitoring income, costs, and overall financial performance to ensure targets are achieved. Training and development Style Acre is committed to providing the training, development, and support necessary to enable all employees to fulfil their roles effectively and achieve their personal and professional potential. This includes mandatory and statutory training, as well as any role-specific or specialised training required to meet service needs. Training will be incorporated into an individual development programme and reviewed regularly. We offer a wide range of benefits 30 days annual leave (including bank holidays) for full-time staff (pro-rata for part time) Company Pension Scheme - 5% Employer Pension Contribution Flexible working hours Employee benefits package with Perkbox Recommend a friend incentive scheme for employees Wellness programs Company events & social hours
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Role: Assistant Catering Manager Salary: £13.17 - £13.61 per hour Hours : Flexible We are looking for a motivated, hands-on Assistant Catering Manager to support the day-to-day running and growth of our catering social enterprises. This is a rewarding opportunity to combine your catering and leadership skills while making a real difference to the lives of the people we support. About Style Acre Style Acre is an Oxfordshire-based, award-winning and forward-looking charity supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism and physical needs. We have over 35 supported living households, 3 community day hubs and a successful work programme, supporting more than 250 people. We are rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). We are looking for a caring, organised and can-do person to join our team at our flagship Blewbury Tea Room. Main Purpose Alongside the Catering Manager and Social Enterprise Manager, this role has shared responsibility for the effective management and growth of the catering social enterprises and the delivery of meaningful, enriching, and stimulating work opportunities for the people we support with learning disabilities and autism. Principal Responsibilities Current Catering social enterprises (Tea room, Café at Francis Curtis Court, Delivered and Pantry Service): ?Share responsibility for the day-to-day management of the catering social enterprises, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for people we support, staff, volunteers, and customers. Ensure adherence to all relevant health and safety procedures and compliance with Environmental Health requirements. Escalating any food safety or hygiene concerns promptly to the appropriate level of management. Support the Catering Manager in planning menus, sourcing ingredients, and ordering supplies in line with operational needs and budgets. Work collaboratively with Day Opportunities Management and the Work Programme Team to ensure the catering social enterprises provide meaningful and appropriate work opportunities. Support the marketing and promotion of the catering social enterprises, including the development and delivery of seasonal events and initiatives. Maintain a strong presence within the local community and deliver high standards of customer service through effective training and support of all team members. Ensure the premises (internal and external) are maintained to a high standard of cleanliness and presentation, reporting any maintenance issues promptly to the appropriate person within the organisation. Team Management Provide line management and supervision to the catering team alongside the Catering Manager, including training, regular supervisions, performance reviews, and ongoing support. Help with the preparation of weekly staff and volunteer rotas, ensuring adequate cover to meet operational requirements within agreed staffing hours. Flexible approach to hours worked if needed to provide cover for holidays, sickness etc Ensure all people supported, staff, and volunteers receive appropriate training, including mandatory and role-specific catering training (e-learning, face-to-face, and on-the-job training). Undertake any other duties of a similar nature and level of responsibility as required by the organisation. Finance Ensure all financial transactions are handled in accordance with the charity s policies and procedures, including banking daily takings and managing cash floats. Support the Catering Manager and Social Enterprise Manager in monitoring income, costs, and overall financial performance to ensure targets are achieved. Training and development Style Acre is committed to providing the training, development, and support necessary to enable all employees to fulfil their roles effectively and achieve their personal and professional potential. This includes mandatory and statutory training, as well as any role-specific or specialised training required to meet service needs. Training will be incorporated into an individual development programme and reviewed regularly. We offer a wide range of benefits 30 days annual leave (including bank holidays) for full-time staff (pro-rata for part time) Company Pension Scheme - 5% Employer Pension Contribution Flexible working hours Employee benefits package with Perkbox Recommend a friend incentive scheme for employees Wellness programs Company events & social hours
Title : Food & Beverage Manager Location : Bolsover Castle, Castle Street, Bolsover, Derbyshire, S44 6PR Salary : From £30,777 p.a., dependent on skills and experience / 36 hours per week Job type : Permanent Ref : 16464 Heritage is for everybody, and we are here for heritage. Heritage lives in places and people, memories and stories, artefacts and traditions. It can connect us all to the past, and to each other. It can make us happier, strengthen every community, and help shape society for the better. Everybody should be able to enjoy the benefits it brings. That's why, as a charity, we care for over a million objects and hundreds of historic sites in every part of England, from international icons to local treasures. And it's why we open them up, share their stories and find new ways for everybody to enjoy, learn, play and create. We are looking for a Food & Beverage Manager to join our team at Bolsover Castle in Derbyshire. The role is full-time and permanent. The Benefits - Salary from £30,777, depending on skills and experience - 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, pro rata, rising to 28 days after 3 years - Matched pension contributions up to 10% - Flexible hours - The opportunity to progress your career within the heritage sector - Support with personal professional development via our Management Apprenticeship Programme - Subscriptions to professional bodies - Free access to all English Heritage sites for you and up to six friends and family members - 25% discount in our shops and cafes - Enhanced maternity, paternity or shared parental leave - Options to buy additional leave - An inclusive working atmosphere where everybody is supported from all backgrounds, religions and with different needs - Opportunities to go to some of our great live music and history events This is a great opportunity for an experienced food and beverage professional to manage all aspects of our catering operations at Bolsover Castle - including food safety, cost control, compliance, menu planning and generating in excess of £300,000 income p.a. We are looking for a natural leader who thrives on managing a diverse team to perform successfully and deliver a memorable service experience for our visitors. If you are someone who thrives in a hospitality environment where no day is ever the same, who can motivate a team to excel and has ambition underpinned by excellent organisational skills, we'd like to hear from you. Interviews will be held at Bolsover Castle, w.c. 29th June. If you would like to talk to us e.g. about workplace adjustments or working patterns, please contact Joel Wileman, Cluster Manager. Contact details are available via the apply button. No agencies please. Find out more about us and what we do on our website. You can also meet some of our people and hear about why they enjoy working with us. Everybody's welcome at English Heritage Forget the stereotypes. It takes thousands of people from every background to care for England's heritage and open it up for everybody to enjoy. We're looking for every type of person with every kind of skill and experience, and we're committed to making sure that English Heritage is an equitable, diverse and inclusive place to work. You can connect with others through our EDI networks as a member or ally. These include Ethnic Diversity, Faith & Belief, Social Equity, LGBTQ+, Neurodivergence, Age, Disability and Gender Health and Wellbeing. We take wellbeing seriously. We are committed to ensuring everyone feels safe at work and can carry out their role. To support this, we have a network of Mental Health First aiders, regular information and awareness events, unlimited access to an Employee Assistance Programme and work with our people to implement reasonable adjustments. Closing date : 19/06/:59:59
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Title : Food & Beverage Manager Location : Bolsover Castle, Castle Street, Bolsover, Derbyshire, S44 6PR Salary : From £30,777 p.a., dependent on skills and experience / 36 hours per week Job type : Permanent Ref : 16464 Heritage is for everybody, and we are here for heritage. Heritage lives in places and people, memories and stories, artefacts and traditions. It can connect us all to the past, and to each other. It can make us happier, strengthen every community, and help shape society for the better. Everybody should be able to enjoy the benefits it brings. That's why, as a charity, we care for over a million objects and hundreds of historic sites in every part of England, from international icons to local treasures. And it's why we open them up, share their stories and find new ways for everybody to enjoy, learn, play and create. We are looking for a Food & Beverage Manager to join our team at Bolsover Castle in Derbyshire. The role is full-time and permanent. The Benefits - Salary from £30,777, depending on skills and experience - 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, pro rata, rising to 28 days after 3 years - Matched pension contributions up to 10% - Flexible hours - The opportunity to progress your career within the heritage sector - Support with personal professional development via our Management Apprenticeship Programme - Subscriptions to professional bodies - Free access to all English Heritage sites for you and up to six friends and family members - 25% discount in our shops and cafes - Enhanced maternity, paternity or shared parental leave - Options to buy additional leave - An inclusive working atmosphere where everybody is supported from all backgrounds, religions and with different needs - Opportunities to go to some of our great live music and history events This is a great opportunity for an experienced food and beverage professional to manage all aspects of our catering operations at Bolsover Castle - including food safety, cost control, compliance, menu planning and generating in excess of £300,000 income p.a. We are looking for a natural leader who thrives on managing a diverse team to perform successfully and deliver a memorable service experience for our visitors. If you are someone who thrives in a hospitality environment where no day is ever the same, who can motivate a team to excel and has ambition underpinned by excellent organisational skills, we'd like to hear from you. Interviews will be held at Bolsover Castle, w.c. 29th June. If you would like to talk to us e.g. about workplace adjustments or working patterns, please contact Joel Wileman, Cluster Manager. Contact details are available via the apply button. No agencies please. Find out more about us and what we do on our website. You can also meet some of our people and hear about why they enjoy working with us. Everybody's welcome at English Heritage Forget the stereotypes. It takes thousands of people from every background to care for England's heritage and open it up for everybody to enjoy. We're looking for every type of person with every kind of skill and experience, and we're committed to making sure that English Heritage is an equitable, diverse and inclusive place to work. You can connect with others through our EDI networks as a member or ally. These include Ethnic Diversity, Faith & Belief, Social Equity, LGBTQ+, Neurodivergence, Age, Disability and Gender Health and Wellbeing. We take wellbeing seriously. We are committed to ensuring everyone feels safe at work and can carry out their role. To support this, we have a network of Mental Health First aiders, regular information and awareness events, unlimited access to an Employee Assistance Programme and work with our people to implement reasonable adjustments. Closing date : 19/06/:59:59
Deputy Head of Commercial Services We are a registered charity employing over 150 career staff and 300 student staff, delivering a wide range of services and representative functions for UCL students. We have the widest portfolio of services of any student organisation in the country, managing UCL's extracurricular programmes for sport, music, drama, dance, media, volunteering, academic societies and intercultural engagement; providing a wide range of fantastic social spaces; leading on student democracy and representation across UCL; and offering excellent student support services. It's an exciting time to join our growing organisation as we lead the delivery of UCL's groundbreaking new Student Life Strategy. This is enabling us to build more programmes to improve students' mental and physical wellbeing, promote genuine equity for all, build students' skills and confidence, develop their international connections and intercultural skills, and make a real contribution to our local community. We support hybrid working. Excellent benefits including defined benefit pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement. We are proud of high levels of staff engagement and pride ourselves on being a great place to work. We will consider applications to work on a flexible and job share basis wherever possible. The role is full-time and permanent. This role is based at our Bloomsbury campus with flexibility to work from home on a 40/60 basis (40% working from the office). Are you a commercially driven leader who can grow income, lead high performing teams and turn ideas into successful services? We are looking for an ambitious and experienced Deputy Head of Commercial Services to play a key leadership role across one of the most dynamic Students' Union commercial portfolios in the UK. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and grow our retail, cafes, bars, catering and venue operations while developing new income streams that support the wider student experience. Reporting to the Head of Commercial Services, you will lead the day to day management of our commercial operations through a team of managers covering Retail, Catering, and Venues & Entertainment. You will also drive new business development, identifying and delivering commercial opportunity to make a visible impact across both existing services and future ventures.
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
Deputy Head of Commercial Services We are a registered charity employing over 150 career staff and 300 student staff, delivering a wide range of services and representative functions for UCL students. We have the widest portfolio of services of any student organisation in the country, managing UCL's extracurricular programmes for sport, music, drama, dance, media, volunteering, academic societies and intercultural engagement; providing a wide range of fantastic social spaces; leading on student democracy and representation across UCL; and offering excellent student support services. It's an exciting time to join our growing organisation as we lead the delivery of UCL's groundbreaking new Student Life Strategy. This is enabling us to build more programmes to improve students' mental and physical wellbeing, promote genuine equity for all, build students' skills and confidence, develop their international connections and intercultural skills, and make a real contribution to our local community. We support hybrid working. Excellent benefits including defined benefit pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement. We are proud of high levels of staff engagement and pride ourselves on being a great place to work. We will consider applications to work on a flexible and job share basis wherever possible. The role is full-time and permanent. This role is based at our Bloomsbury campus with flexibility to work from home on a 40/60 basis (40% working from the office). Are you a commercially driven leader who can grow income, lead high performing teams and turn ideas into successful services? We are looking for an ambitious and experienced Deputy Head of Commercial Services to play a key leadership role across one of the most dynamic Students' Union commercial portfolios in the UK. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and grow our retail, cafes, bars, catering and venue operations while developing new income streams that support the wider student experience. Reporting to the Head of Commercial Services, you will lead the day to day management of our commercial operations through a team of managers covering Retail, Catering, and Venues & Entertainment. You will also drive new business development, identifying and delivering commercial opportunity to make a visible impact across both existing services and future ventures.
Café Manager - One Retail, Compass Group UK&I Daytime working shifts We're recruiting experienced Café Managers across multiple locations, offering exciting opportunities to join our teams in different areas. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional food and world-class customer service, and can confidently oversee catering and service operations, this could be the role for you. Full-time contracts are available at 40 hours per week. At the heart of One Retail , our mission is to enhance every customer experience through exceptional service, fresh food offers, and meaningful partnerships. As a Café Manager, you will play a key role in making this mission a reality-ensuring our units and service counters run seamlessly while creating truly memorable experiences for every customer. In return, you'll have the opportunity to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. Key responsibilities: Leading and motivating teams to deliver consistently high standards of food and service Overseeing day-to-day operations, including stock management, budgets, and performance monitoring Working closely with your line manager to track KPIs and deliver against business targets Maintaining a strong and positive brand presence in line with Compass Group UK&I values Driving innovation by identifying opportunities for new service concepts and customer offers Acting as the link between customers and internal teams to ensure expectations are exceeded Supporting, developing, and training team members, leading by example at every step Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety and Food Safety standards across all operations Ideal candidate: A true passion for food, service, and delivering memorable customer experiences Minimum two years' management experience in a similar environment Proven ability to lead and develop successful teams Strong financial and operational management skills Excellent communication and organisational abilities Ambitious, motivated, and always looking to develop skills and knowledge As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses. Job Reference: com BU Retail Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Café Manager - One Retail, Compass Group UK&I Daytime working shifts We're recruiting experienced Café Managers across multiple locations, offering exciting opportunities to join our teams in different areas. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional food and world-class customer service, and can confidently oversee catering and service operations, this could be the role for you. Full-time contracts are available at 40 hours per week. At the heart of One Retail , our mission is to enhance every customer experience through exceptional service, fresh food offers, and meaningful partnerships. As a Café Manager, you will play a key role in making this mission a reality-ensuring our units and service counters run seamlessly while creating truly memorable experiences for every customer. In return, you'll have the opportunity to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. Key responsibilities: Leading and motivating teams to deliver consistently high standards of food and service Overseeing day-to-day operations, including stock management, budgets, and performance monitoring Working closely with your line manager to track KPIs and deliver against business targets Maintaining a strong and positive brand presence in line with Compass Group UK&I values Driving innovation by identifying opportunities for new service concepts and customer offers Acting as the link between customers and internal teams to ensure expectations are exceeded Supporting, developing, and training team members, leading by example at every step Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety and Food Safety standards across all operations Ideal candidate: A true passion for food, service, and delivering memorable customer experiences Minimum two years' management experience in a similar environment Proven ability to lead and develop successful teams Strong financial and operational management skills Excellent communication and organisational abilities Ambitious, motivated, and always looking to develop skills and knowledge As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses. Job Reference: com BU Retail Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!
General Manager, E14 London, £65k-£70k Set within a beautiful and tranquil location in the heart of the City, this unique venue offers accommodation, event/meeting space as well as a high end café. As the General Manager, you will be Responsible for overseeing and managing the entire operation including accommodation, events and café Driving standards and delivering the service in line with requirements Managing, inspiring and motivating a large team Developing and driving the business forward - up selling and increasing revenue through events and functions Managing all aspects of finances including reports and budgets Delivering regular reports to The Board Hands on able to jump in and be operational as and when needed Working hours are 5/7, 40 hours per week. What we are looking for: A strong General Manager or Operations Manager with a proven career history within Catering & Hospitality Experienced in managing various aspects of hospitality ideally including catering, housekeeping and events Commercially minded with strong financial acumen able to drive a business forward, passionate about sales and development Exceptional management skills and a passion for motivating and inspiring others Ability to communicate at all levels with a wide variety of people Genuinely passionate about customer service An empathetic nature with an open outlook Interested? Then apply immediately with your up to date CV All candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK at the time of application INDLP
Oct 04, 2025
Full time
General Manager, E14 London, £65k-£70k Set within a beautiful and tranquil location in the heart of the City, this unique venue offers accommodation, event/meeting space as well as a high end café. As the General Manager, you will be Responsible for overseeing and managing the entire operation including accommodation, events and café Driving standards and delivering the service in line with requirements Managing, inspiring and motivating a large team Developing and driving the business forward - up selling and increasing revenue through events and functions Managing all aspects of finances including reports and budgets Delivering regular reports to The Board Hands on able to jump in and be operational as and when needed Working hours are 5/7, 40 hours per week. What we are looking for: A strong General Manager or Operations Manager with a proven career history within Catering & Hospitality Experienced in managing various aspects of hospitality ideally including catering, housekeeping and events Commercially minded with strong financial acumen able to drive a business forward, passionate about sales and development Exceptional management skills and a passion for motivating and inspiring others Ability to communicate at all levels with a wide variety of people Genuinely passionate about customer service An empathetic nature with an open outlook Interested? Then apply immediately with your up to date CV All candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK at the time of application INDLP
General Manager, E14 London, £65k-£70k Set within a beautiful and tranquil location in the heart of the City, this unique venue offers accommodation, event/meeting space as well as a high end café. As the General Manager, you will be Responsible for overseeing and managing the entire operation including accommodation, events and café Driving standards and delivering the service in line with requirements Managing, inspiring and motivating a large team Developing and driving the business forward - up selling and increasing revenue through events and functions Managing all aspects of finances including reports and budgets Delivering regular reports to The Board Hands on able to jump in and be operational as and when needed Working hours are 5/7, 40 hours per week. What we are looking for: A strong General Manager or Operations Manager with a proven career history within Catering & Hospitality Experienced in managing various aspects of hospitality ideally including catering, housekeeping and events Commercially minded with strong financial acumen able to drive a business forward, passionate about sales and development Exceptional management skills and a passion for motivating and inspiring others Ability to communicate at all levels with a wide variety of people Genuinely passionate about customer service An empathetic nature with an open outlook Interested? Then apply immediately with your up to date CV All candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK at the time of application INDLP
Sep 23, 2025
Full time
General Manager, E14 London, £65k-£70k Set within a beautiful and tranquil location in the heart of the City, this unique venue offers accommodation, event/meeting space as well as a high end café. As the General Manager, you will be Responsible for overseeing and managing the entire operation including accommodation, events and café Driving standards and delivering the service in line with requirements Managing, inspiring and motivating a large team Developing and driving the business forward - up selling and increasing revenue through events and functions Managing all aspects of finances including reports and budgets Delivering regular reports to The Board Hands on able to jump in and be operational as and when needed Working hours are 5/7, 40 hours per week. What we are looking for: A strong General Manager or Operations Manager with a proven career history within Catering & Hospitality Experienced in managing various aspects of hospitality ideally including catering, housekeeping and events Commercially minded with strong financial acumen able to drive a business forward, passionate about sales and development Exceptional management skills and a passion for motivating and inspiring others Ability to communicate at all levels with a wide variety of people Genuinely passionate about customer service An empathetic nature with an open outlook Interested? Then apply immediately with your up to date CV All candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK at the time of application INDLP
Cafe General Manager Job Type: Full-time (45 hours per week) - will include weekends Houghton Regis Based Negotiable up to £40,000 We are a small Family-Owned catering business operating both a Café and a Café Bistro alongside our small fleet of coffee vans and food trucks. Additionally, this innovative and agile business has successfully expanded into both corporate catering and events alongside our successful contract catering at Luton Town Football Club. The business is based in Houghton Regis where we were recently crowned the Best Local Business in this year s Pride of Houghton Awards. We are professional, agile and innovative. Due to the ongoing success and growth of the business, we are looking to recruit a suitably experienced, driven and committed General Manager to assist in both the operations and development of the business as a whole but with a particular focus on the Café/Bistro operations where we are seeing double digit growth in sales. Key Responsibilities: Oversee daily operations of the cafés - it s all about consistent delivery, including food preparation, customer service, and above all leadership. Customer experience is central to what we do. Delivery of both the WOW factor and the consistency required to build both loyalty and reputation. Lead, develop and most of all inspire the team to deliver the best customer experience in town. Ensure consistent delivery of all aspects of the food and drink menu in terms of speed, quality and safety. Constantly monitor, improve and most of all deliver a solid operations platform. Create, develop and deliver in conjunction with the team menus and events that consistently inspire and delight our customers. Deliver the required financial targets. The Candidate: Previous experience in a similar role, preferably (but not exclusively) in a hospitality setting. Customer led and truly understands that customer experience is the heart of the business. Development of the team is key. Has a true understanding that people make the business. Strong leadership skills with the ability to effectively manage a team to deliver consistently. Drive, initiative, innovation, commitment and resilience are key personal attributes. Delivery of operational processes from rotas to stock to Health and Safety. Ability to multitask, work at pace, and solve problems whilst understanding that deadlines are critical. Be able to always communicate at all levels effectively. Business development experience that is innovative and delivers tangible results. Take ownership of the success and the failures and then act accordingly. The restaurant will be open 7 days a week and potentially some evening events. This role will require weekend and evening availability. Benefits: Company pension Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme We are not just offering a job, it s a chance to help create a sustainable business where you get to grow yourself, your team and the business. With this growth will come the opportunity to grow your earnings. What we are really looking for is someone to show a real ownership mentality that will ensure the business is always successful through passion, innovation and genuine care for people.
Sep 22, 2025
Full time
Cafe General Manager Job Type: Full-time (45 hours per week) - will include weekends Houghton Regis Based Negotiable up to £40,000 We are a small Family-Owned catering business operating both a Café and a Café Bistro alongside our small fleet of coffee vans and food trucks. Additionally, this innovative and agile business has successfully expanded into both corporate catering and events alongside our successful contract catering at Luton Town Football Club. The business is based in Houghton Regis where we were recently crowned the Best Local Business in this year s Pride of Houghton Awards. We are professional, agile and innovative. Due to the ongoing success and growth of the business, we are looking to recruit a suitably experienced, driven and committed General Manager to assist in both the operations and development of the business as a whole but with a particular focus on the Café/Bistro operations where we are seeing double digit growth in sales. Key Responsibilities: Oversee daily operations of the cafés - it s all about consistent delivery, including food preparation, customer service, and above all leadership. Customer experience is central to what we do. Delivery of both the WOW factor and the consistency required to build both loyalty and reputation. Lead, develop and most of all inspire the team to deliver the best customer experience in town. Ensure consistent delivery of all aspects of the food and drink menu in terms of speed, quality and safety. Constantly monitor, improve and most of all deliver a solid operations platform. Create, develop and deliver in conjunction with the team menus and events that consistently inspire and delight our customers. Deliver the required financial targets. The Candidate: Previous experience in a similar role, preferably (but not exclusively) in a hospitality setting. Customer led and truly understands that customer experience is the heart of the business. Development of the team is key. Has a true understanding that people make the business. Strong leadership skills with the ability to effectively manage a team to deliver consistently. Drive, initiative, innovation, commitment and resilience are key personal attributes. Delivery of operational processes from rotas to stock to Health and Safety. Ability to multitask, work at pace, and solve problems whilst understanding that deadlines are critical. Be able to always communicate at all levels effectively. Business development experience that is innovative and delivers tangible results. Take ownership of the success and the failures and then act accordingly. The restaurant will be open 7 days a week and potentially some evening events. This role will require weekend and evening availability. Benefits: Company pension Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme We are not just offering a job, it s a chance to help create a sustainable business where you get to grow yourself, your team and the business. With this growth will come the opportunity to grow your earnings. What we are really looking for is someone to show a real ownership mentality that will ensure the business is always successful through passion, innovation and genuine care for people.
