Lodestone House
Assistant Manager - Derby
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Assistant Manager - Derby
Benefits
We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
Contributory pension scheme Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
Key Responsibilities
Operational Management
Create daily allergy logs to ensure all dietaries are catered for. Assist in the daily management and supervision of catering operations across the school. Support the Catering Manager in planning and coordinating meal services, special events, and hospitality functions. Ensure food is prepared and served to a consistently high standard. Monitor food quality, presentation, and portion control. Assist in managing stock levels, ordering supplies, and checking deliveries.
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Team Leadership
Support the recruitment, induction, training, and development of catering staff. Supervise catering team members and provide guidance during service periods. Assist in preparing staff rotas and ensuring adequate staffing levels. Promote a positive, professional, and collaborative working environment.
Food Safety and Compliance
Ensure compliance with all food safety legislation, health and safety regulations, and school policies. Assist in maintaining HACCP procedures and food safety documentation. Conduct regular checks of kitchen equipment, storage areas, and food preparation practices. Support allergen management and ensure accurate food labelling.
Financial Responsibilities
Assist with budget monitoring and cost control. Support stock control procedures and minimise food waste. Help analyse purchasing and operational costs to improve efficiency. Ensure accurate record-keeping and reporting where required.
Customer Service
Maintain excellent relationships with pupils, staff, parents, and visitors. Promote healthy eating initiatives and support themed dining events.
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Administrative Duties
Maintain catering records, including temperature logs, cleaning schedules, and supplier documentation. Support menu planning and dietary requirement management.
About Us
As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.
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Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!
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