Canteen Chef Manager

Canteen Manager

Location: Westerleigh
Reports to: HR Business Partner

The Canteen Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the canteen. This includes planning menus, ordering supplies, preparing and serving food, and managing staff. The Canteen Manager will also be responsible for managing budgets, enforcing health and safety regulations, and providing customer service. The ideal candidate should have strong organizational and communication skills, as well as experience in the food service industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ordering of stock including raising/receipting PO's on SAP
• End of day / week / month accounts
• Continuously review menus
• Preparing and cooking of food
• Continuously review processes/procedures including compliance documentation to ensure we are compliant with legislation
• Lead onsite events such as summer BBQ and staff Christmas dinner
• Work with suppliers to minimise spend on stock whilst ensuring quality menu offering
• Identify ways to maximise footfall i.e. theme days
• Participate in on site engagement activities and charity fundraising
• Stock taking and product rotation
• Serving of food and beverages
• Collect monies and operate cash till
• Responsible for cashing up at the end of the shift
• Cleaning of kitchen equipment, worktops, tables and floors
• Opening/Closing canteen and the start/end of shift
• Report faults so they can be put right quickly to avoid downtime and potential loss of stock
• New menu ideas including buffet options
• Buffets / refreshments for on-site meetings
• Comply with company health and safety standards at all times and ensure work areas are kept clean and tidy
• Comply with food hygiene standards at all times
• Comply with all COSHH and HACCP guidelines

Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications:

• Keeps up to date with relevant legislation affecting staff catering facilities
• Previous Management experience
• Previous experience running canteen kitchen
• Good verbal, written and numerical skills
• Well organised
• A team player
• Self-motivated
• Friendly individual with focus on customer service
• Good PC skills
• Coaching and mentoring
• Social media activities

Why Work for Pilgrim's Europe?

At Pilgrim's Europe, we recognise that our people drive our success. Joining us means becoming part of a respected and forward-thinking agri-food business committed to excellence, sustainability, and continuous improvement.

You'll enjoy:

? Competitive salary

? Generous holiday entitlement plus the option to buy additional days

? Autonomy in how you deliver results

? Comprehensive wellbeing support and employee assistance programmes

? Professional development opportunities with access to leadership training and mentoring

? Employee discounts and access to a range of benefits through our rewards platform

? A values-driven culture built on trust, teamwork, and respect

Our values shape everything we do at Pilgrim's Europe:

Availability – We're open and ready for new challenges.

Humility – We listen, respect, and value every voice.

Discipline – We deliver on our commitments.

Sincerity – We are honest and authentic in every interaction.

Simplicity, Ownership, and Determination – We focus on what matters most to achieve success together.

Join Us

?? Apply now and help us continue building a sustainable, efficient, and high-performing business for the future.

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