Food Service ManagerLocation: Carlise, CA1 3NQ£35,000 and Excellent Range of Benefits. Sodexo is seeking a dynamic Food Services Manager to spearhead our catering and vending services located in Carlisle. This role is tailor-made for individuals with a fervour for culinary mastery, adept financial acumen, and an unwavering dedication to exceptional service. If you're a culinary aficionado with managerial prowess and a fervent commitment to client satisfaction while upholding the pinnacle of food service standards, seize this opportunity to propel your career forward. In this role, you'll oversee the delivery of Catering and Vending services, ensuring strict adherence to company standards and unwavering client satisfaction. Managing dual site operations will be your forte, ensuring seamless service delivery across both main and satellite locations. Diligently ensuring compliance with dietary requirements and allergen controls will be paramount, always maintaining impeccable standards of food safety. Financial stewardship will fall under your purview as you meticulously monitor and control financial performance, driving the unit towards achieving pre-budgeted targets. Guiding and training staff will be central to your role, as you cultivate a culture of excellence and ensure compliance with company policies among your team. Your responsibilities will extend to overseeing a vast vending operation, which includes managing cash handling and banking processes with precision. Upholding cleanliness and hygiene standards across the unit will be a non-negotiable priority, ensuring strict compliance with Sodexo's rigorous food safety policies. Managing inventory and purchasing through Sodexo's approved suppliers will be key, as you strive to maintain a delicate balance between cost-effectiveness and uncompromising quality. Flexibility will be essential as you coordinate hospitality catering as required, potentially outside normal working hours, to meet the diverse needs of our clients. Join Sodexo and be part of something greater, where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way. About You Experience and knowledge requirement for this role: Holds an NVQ chef qualification or equivalent, coupled with significant experience in catering management.Demonstrated track record in managing teams and budgets, including delivering training following company guidelines.Proficient in IT and possesses numerical aptitude, showcasing excellent financial acumen.Exhibits exceptional leadership, motivation, communication, coaching, and training skills.Capable of working effectively under pressure, with strong interpersonal skills to communicate across all levels.Adopts a flexible approach to work, displaying self-motivation and initiative.What we offer Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you. In addition, we offer: Flexible dynamic work environmentCompetitive compensationWide range of Employee benefitsAccess to ongoing training and development programsCountless opportunities to grow within the company.Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!
