Operations Support Manager

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 business with an industry-leading social impact agenda?
At Impact Food Group , were more than a school caterer. Were 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 and IFG Independent , we cater for over 160,000 students and are committed to driving
Better school meal uptake
Better long-term eating habits
Better environmental impact
Whats this all about?
Due to continued business growth an exciting opportunity has arisen for experiencedOperations Support Managersto join our team. Geographically, you will cover the Kendal and Lancaster area (including the lake district)
You will need multisite management experience, a passion for food and service and craft skills to support in the kitchen when needed
Can you...
Manage, inspire, and engage the teams?
Understand, track, and manage the schools restaurant profit contribution to the business, being conscious of our food and service offering and client expectations?
Meet with clients and stakeholders to build effective relationships, gain trust, and drive our shared goal of feeding more students, better food?
Its all me, me, me
You will have managed at least 5 sites; managing and guiding the chef managers with the day-to-day running of the site as well as building excellent client relationships.
A chef by trade and still be happy to be in the kitchen when needed
You will be comfortable conversing at all levels, from the kitchen to the board room.
You will also beself-motivated, resilient, and highly organised; with an understanding of how to prioritise effectively.
You wont be afraid of the Office suite and will be a dab hand at producing spreadsheets and presentations to show how well youre doing
What wed love to give you
Competitive salary of £38,000 plus an annual Car Allowance of £3840
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.
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