About The Company:
OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with a turnover of £1.7bn and 50,000+ colleagues. We deliver innovative, award-winning services to the public and private sectors and our mission is to make people and places the best they can be.
This role sits within our Cleaning business division that provides cleaning and hygiene services to a wide range of prestigious clients, within the Retail & Leisure market.
Working at OCS is more than just a job; it’s an amazing opportunity to begin or expand your career in Facilities Management. OCS has an ambition to become an ‘Employer of choice’ in our sector and is proud to invest in our colleague’s personal and professional development. OCS provides our colleagues with opportunities to gain qualifications through funded development programmes aligned to the knowledge, skills, and behaviours attached to their roles. About The Role:
Variable shifts - Monday to Friday
Didcot area As part of your role, your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
You will work with the Senior Chef to create seasonal food and drink menus for the site and any events for the client and its visitors. Our Catering Managers must consider factors such as the site or event’s demographic or theme, menu size, dietary needs, and available cooking equipment and budgets.
Oversee all staff, ensuring that the team’s creations meet the client’s needs. You must also ensure that all legal and company requirements are met daily.
Ensure brand standards are met on menus, serving procedures, company etiquette, safety standards, and regulations.
Recruit new staff to meet workload demands.
Establish relationships with vendors and ensure that food and other supplies are bought from the correct vendor, ensuring the best prices are obtained.
What are we looking for?
Have proven and extensive experience in the management of contract catering operations and teams.
You need to possess a Level 3 in Catering and Hospitality or equivalent.
You should have proven leadership skills, with the ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a team.
Experienced in building relationships with clients and staff, ensuring that the client’s expectations are met every day.
Can work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing demands is crucial.
The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:
Must have the Right to Work in the UK.
Understand financial management, budgeting, and cost control.
Excellent customer service skills are essential.
Can handle complex situations and find practical solutions.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
Good time-management and organisational abilities.
Competent with Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel.
While not always mandatory, having a food hygiene certificate (Level 3) is advantageous.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in joining a business that encourages professional development, career progression and the chance to work with inspirational people then please click apply and register your interest! You can also sign up to our job alerts when registering which will notify you when other suitable vacancies are available. We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.
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OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with a turnover of £1.7bn and 50,000+ colleagues. We deliver innovative, award-winning services to the public and private sectors and our mission is to make people and places the best they can be.
This role sits within our Cleaning business division that provides cleaning and hygiene services to a wide range of prestigious clients, within the Retail & Leisure market.
Working at OCS is more than just a job; it’s an amazing opportunity to begin or expand your career in Facilities Management. OCS has an ambition to become an ‘Employer of choice’ in our sector and is proud to invest in our colleague’s personal and professional development. OCS provides our colleagues with opportunities to gain qualifications through funded development programmes aligned to the knowledge, skills, and behaviours attached to their roles. About The Role:
Variable shifts - Monday to Friday
Didcot area As part of your role, your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
You will work with the Senior Chef to create seasonal food and drink menus for the site and any events for the client and its visitors. Our Catering Managers must consider factors such as the site or event’s demographic or theme, menu size, dietary needs, and available cooking equipment and budgets.
Oversee all staff, ensuring that the team’s creations meet the client’s needs. You must also ensure that all legal and company requirements are met daily.
Ensure brand standards are met on menus, serving procedures, company etiquette, safety standards, and regulations.
Recruit new staff to meet workload demands.
Establish relationships with vendors and ensure that food and other supplies are bought from the correct vendor, ensuring the best prices are obtained.
What are we looking for?
Have proven and extensive experience in the management of contract catering operations and teams.
You need to possess a Level 3 in Catering and Hospitality or equivalent.
You should have proven leadership skills, with the ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a team.
Experienced in building relationships with clients and staff, ensuring that the client’s expectations are met every day.
Can work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing demands is crucial.
The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:
Must have the Right to Work in the UK.
Understand financial management, budgeting, and cost control.
Excellent customer service skills are essential.
Can handle complex situations and find practical solutions.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
Good time-management and organisational abilities.
Competent with Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel.
While not always mandatory, having a food hygiene certificate (Level 3) is advantageous.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in joining a business that encourages professional development, career progression and the chance to work with inspirational people then please click apply and register your interest! You can also sign up to our job alerts when registering which will notify you when other suitable vacancies are available. We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.
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