Operational Culinary Delivery Lead
Operational Culinary Delivery Lead
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Job Description
Are you a passionate and experienced catering professional ready to take the lead in a dynamic highquality culinary environment We are seeking an Operational Culinary Delivery Lead to drive excellence in food production across our catering operations.
In this role you will strategically and operationally manage our culinary teams ensuring the highest standards of food preparation production and service are consistently achieved. With a focus on motivational leadership you will guide inspire and develop our teams to deliver exceptional culinary and customer experiences.
Key Responsibilities
- Leadership & Team Management: Lead and motivate operational culinary teams to achieve consistent standards in food production and service through inspirational and inclusive leadership.
- Inspiring Excellence: Engage and empower managers and team members to continuously raise standards of culinary competence and professional credibility.
- Performance Monitoring: Monitor team performance providing constructive feedback to foster professional growth and operational improvements.
- Collaborative Networking: Build and maintain proactive relationships with colleagues suppliers professional associates and stakeholders to drive continuous improvement and meet strategic KPIs.
- Culinary Standards & Planning: Oversee food preparation production and menu planning ensuring all operations meet agreed quality standards and customer requirements.
- Compliance Management: Ensure compliance with Food Safety Quality Management Systems (FSQMS) including SOPs (standard operating procedures) and HACCP.
About You
Youll bring a wealth of expertise experience and qualifications to this role including:
- Leadership Experience: Proven ability to lead and manage catering teams with an inclusive and motivational approach.
- Culinary Expertise: High standards of culinary and catering knowledge supported by professional chef qualifications
- Operational Experience: Extensive experience in largescale catering services ideally in a multisite and 24/7 operational setting.
- Quality Focus: A track record of raising culinary standards through tangible actions influence and persuasion.
- Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills capable of engaging large groups and individual conversations.
Qualifications :
- Chef qualified (e.g. City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 NVQ Level 2 or Commis Chef Level 2)
- Food Safety qualification (with the ability and desire to achieve Food Hygiene Level 4)
- Good knowledge of food safety management (FSM)
- Good knowledge of HACCP systems operation
Additional Information :
Why Join Us
- Be part of an organisation committed to culinary excellence and continuous improvement
- Enjoy a role where your leadership and expertise will shape the future of catering operations
- Work in a supportive environment with the values of Togetherness Nurture Pride and Planet
South West Larder offers a generous benefits package which includes:
- Employee Assistance Programme
- 30 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- Christmas Shutdown
- Flexible shift options
- Ongoing Learning Development & Training
- Access to Occupational Health
- Cycle Scheme
- Pension Scheme (5% matched)
- Free Meal on Shift
Closing Date: Monday 20 January 2205
1st stage interviews: 22 to 29 January 2025
2nd stage interviews: early February 2025
Take the next step in your culinary leadership journey apply today and help us deliver outstanding food and service experiences!
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
