Catering Manager - UKSA
Job Posted: 4 September 2024
- Contract Term: Permanent
- Location: Cowes, Isle of Wight
- Contract Type: Full time
- Salary: £45,000
- Industries: Catering, Hospitality & Bar Charity / Voluntary Management & Executive
Position : Catering Manager
Permanent: 40 hours per week
Salary : £45,000
UKSA is a maritime charity that uses the power of the sea to transform the lives of thousands of young people. Schools & Youth groups visit us throughout the year, with thousands of children and young people enjoying an unforgettable experience exploring the water on dinghies, paddleboards, kayaks and more. 2024 has been a year of growth with many exciting changes.
We have a new and exciting opportunity for a Catering Manager to join our talented kitchen team.
You will be responsible for leading and managing all aspects of catering services, including budget management, staff training, and development. This role encompasses the oversight of coffee shop and bar operations, ensuring their development and growth. You must also be skilled in preparing a diverse range of meals for both children and adults, meeting varied dietary expectations.
UKSA can offer an excellent work/life balance with permanent employment (not affected by seasonality), no split-shifts, no late nights (9pm finishes), Christmas close down and flexible working hours. We also support with relocation to the Isle of Wight by supplying onsite accommodation for the first 6 months or ferry costs.
Key Purpose:
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the catering department, ensuring smooth and efficient service delivery.
- Take a hands-on approach to training the team in preparing, cooking, and delivering high-quality meals, ensuring exceptional service for a diverse range of customers.
- Inspire and motivate the team by leading by example, sharing culinary knowledge, and fostering an environment where team members can enhance their culinary skills through continuous training and development.
- Ensure all staff are trained to the correct standards, including comprehensive training on allergen management and food safety protocols.
- Effectively delegate tasks to ensure time and resources are utilized efficiently, optimising productivity.
- Ensure all staff strictly adhere to food safety and health and safety protocols, maintaining a safe and compliant work environment.
- Maintain a clean and organised kitchen, regularly monitoring delegated cleaning tasks and providing constructive feedback to ensure standards are met.
- Collaborate closely with all UKSA departments, ensuring seamless communication and coordination across the organisation.
- Take charge of catering for corporate and UKSA events, ensuring high standards of service and customer satisfaction.
The ability to work flexibly is essential as the kitchen team work on a rota basis; this will include evening and weekend working.
A full and comprehensive job description and application form is available to download from our website www.uksa.org/work-for-us
Closing date: 20th September 2024
UKSA
UKSA is an IOW based educational charity set up to provide transformational opportunities for young people through residential adventurous activities, maritime careers training and on-going professional development.
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