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The Area Support Manager will oversee and optimise catering operations across a portfolio of Primary and Secondary school contracts. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be a strategic, results-driven leader responsible for operational excellence, team development, and ensuring superior client and customer satisfaction. This role is key to protecting our brand reputation through compliance and exceptional service while actively driving business growth.
Job Responsibility:
Drive the highest standards of Health, Safety, Food Safety, and Hygiene
Conduct regular audits, analyse performance reports, and report key findings and KPIs on a monthly basis to ensure compliance exceeds company benchmarks
Provide support, guidance, and targeted training to on-site teams
Build strong, positive internal relationships to maximise team engagement, retention, and professional development
Establish and maintain an environment of consistently fantastic customer service, ensuring an unforgettable experience for all students and visitors, and fostering strong relationships with key school stakeholders
Actively participate in the creation and delivery of sales presentations to prospective clients
Provide essential support to the Area Manager during the mobilisation of new contract wins
Requirements:
A proven track record of experience in the hospitality or catering industry (experience within education or large-scale contract catering is advantageous)
Expert knowledge of relevant food and safety legislation and compliance protocols
Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills, coupled with strong emotional intelligence
Demonstrated ability to support, train, and mentor staff, driving career progression and maintaining high standards
An analytical mindset, capable of interpreting data and results, coupled with a genuine desire for direct interaction with people
Experience in, or capacity to quickly assume responsibility for, managing and assisting in new business mobilisation
What we offer:
Car Allowance
Private Healthcare
Life Insurance
Enhanced Parental Leave
Company Sick Pay
Access to comprehensive employee discount programs
An additional day's leave to celebrate your birthday