Assistant Catering + Hospitality Manager

Manpower Recruitment are looking for a Full Time, Permanent Assistant Catering + Hospitality Manager, for an established educational environment based near Banbury, Oxfordshire.

The role is Full time, working 5/7 days and the candidate needs to be flexible with hours.

Salary �(phone number removed)pa, depending on experience.

The ideal candidate should have a flair for front of house delivery, with a keen eye for detail and an ability to communicate with a wide range of people (pupils, parents, staff, guests etc) You will be working with the Catering team to achieve operational goals and standards, to work in collaboration with the Catering Manager to deliver a high-quality service. You will also be responsible for overseeing the smooth running of the Catering department in the absence of the Catering Manager or Senior Chefs.

JOB DESCRIPTION

* To work with the catering manager in the cohesive provision of catering and hospitality services for the School

* Joint responsibility for the management of staff within the catering department and any of the function rooms

* To represent the catering manager when necessary and to attend meetings in their absence

* To implement random Hygiene, Health and Safety spot checks in all areas of the catering department and to report to the catering manager any action that may be required

* To ensure that all working practices conform to the standards set by the catering manager and adhere to legislation

* To process invoice data and complete related paperwork

* To complete the costing comparison and update suppliers sheets

* To assist with the maintenance of all staff records including training, annual leave and sickness

* To be involved with the recruitment, selection, induction and initial training of new staff

* To oversee functions held either in the evening or weekend as required, and to secure the department and occasionally the building

* To complete function costings for the catering manager as required.

* To assist with stock taking for both foods and liquor

* To be on duty / on call when necessary should any problems arise within the department and to deal with as necessary in the catering managers absence

* To supervise and assist the general assistants in the daily work routine

* Supervising a team to ensure the successful delivery of internal and external events

* Liaising with clients and maintaining excellent relationships

* Identifying and developing opportunities for improvements in customer/client satisfaction and revenue

* Implementing Health & Safety, COSHH training.

BENEFITS

* Enrolment in the School's defined contribution pension scheme

* 25 days paid holiday plus Bank Holidays

• Tea, coffee and lunch provided during working hours

* Free parking on site

* Access at no charge to the School's sporting, swimming and fitness facilities, including gym and tennis courts

If interested, please get in contact with a Manpower Representative.