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Catering Manager (University Student Residencies)

Please Note: The application deadline for this job has now passed.

Job Introduction

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experience Catering Manager to lead the student residencies catering operation at UCL, a world class University situated in the heart of London.

This is an exceptional opportunity to support the delivery of student catering services and build long term customer relationships. The role may occasionally require support with the preparation of food, so would suit experienced Catering Managers with a craft background and passion for food services.


 

Role Responsibility

  • Efficient management of the student catering services across two catering outlets – Evans and Ramsey Halls)
  • Plan, execute and manage all internal and external Sodexo catering events within UCL Halls of Residence and to ensure they are delivered to an exceptionally high standard in line with company and client expectations.
  • Lead, engage and develop a team of approx. 20+ to deliver a high quality service at all times and continuously improve standards.
  • Maintain and grow current Customer/Student base
  • Control and monitor the financial performance of the unit and to maintain costs within pre-budgeted targets.
  • Establish and maintain satisfactory relationships with individuals at all levels within the Company and the Client organisation.
  • Implement and maintain the Statutory and Company standards of hygiene, health and safety and take any action as is necessary.

The Ideal Candidate

  • Previous experience as a Catering Manager, with good craft skills and background
  • Experience of managing a large team within a catering environment
  • Ability to develop and improve service offers
  • Proven experience of developing profitable relationships for contracts
  • Good financial awareness and business acumen
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Flair and passion for excellent food and service
     

About the Company

In the UK and Ireland, Sodexo employs some 35,000 employees to deliver integrated facilities management services to clients at over 2,000 locations in the corporate, healthcare, education, leisure, defence and justice sectors. With an annual turnover of over £1bn, we provide everything from catering, cleaning and reception to security, laboratory and grounds maintenance services, enabling our clients to focus on their core business.

Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults within a regulated activity. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and/ or Disclosure Scotland.

Salary £38,500
Frequency Annual
Job Reference SDX/TP/19/RF530384/LN
Contract Type Permanent – Full Time
Closing Date 09 February, 2018
Job Category Catering Management
Business Unit UK Universities
Location UCL, London, England
Posted on 26 January, 2018

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