General Manager

WHAT WILL KEEP YOU BUSY:
Leading a team of 19 members with highly regarded chefs and front of house staff
Working closely with Catering Manager and Head Chef and peers
Ensure that the location achieves, as a minimum, the financial targets agreed with the client in line with the budget
Monitor the work of all the team and carry out appraisals, recognise training needs and potential as appropriate
Hold team meetings on a regular basis to communicate targets, standards required and company and client information
Meet monthly client set KPI's
Work with your Operations Manager to prepare budgets; achieve and maintain the food cost in accordance with the budget
Develop and evolve all client’s services at location, ensuring regular adjustments and improvements are both recommended and implemented
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE:
A strong General Manager background for more than 2 years in the contract catering sector
Stable & progressive career to date
Financial astute with the ability to read, write and prepare budgets, costings and business reviews
You thrive on getting the best out of people and maximising commercial opportunities
Self starter with high motivation and organisational skills
You draw satisfaction from managing, training and supporting a team
You provide a professional catering service, ensuring that company standards are maintained and that Client expectations are met
Good understanding of report writing and financial management
Possess excellent leading by example management and communication skills
Good delegation and influencing skills
Able to demonstrate your analytical approach to problem solving
Have the ability to display a real passion for food and customer service

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No