We\'re currently recruiting a dedicated Area Support Manager to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in Chartwells on a full time basis, contracted to 37.5 hours per week.As a Area Support Manager, you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.Here\'s an idea of what your shift pattern will be:Mon: Full-time (Days)Tues: Full-time (Days)Weds: Full-time (Days)Thurs: Full-time (Days)Fri: Full-time (Days)Sat:Sun:Please note: This role is contracted to 44 weeks per yearCould you bring your spark to Chartwells? Here\'s what you need to know before applying:Your key responsibilities will include:To promote a safety culture and ensure team members are aware of and operate in accordance with company and client Health & Safety procedures at all timesTo ensure the teams are engaged and coached effectively to achieve our performance targetsTo work with and coach the Kitchen Managers in unit to support the delivery of their sales and profit margin targetsTo ensure stock, promotions and merchandising comply with company procedures and sales are maximisedTo deliver operational excellence through execution of the ‘what good looks like’ guidelinesTo provide unit cover for your kitchens when required.To ensure your kitchens are following the correct Allergy, H&S and F&S proceduresTo support the Kitchen Manager with Risk AssessmentsTo conduct regular site visits to the given area of responsibility and complete auditsTo work flexibly, attend meetings and training courses as required To role model the Chartwells Way behaviours at all times to colleagues, customers & clientsTo ensure all company, client & legal requirements, processes and procedures are implemented effectivelyTo comply with any reasonable requests made by your Line ManagerTo support Kitchen Managers with added value and parents eveningsFlexible approach to working hoursOur ideal Area Support Manager will:An enthusiastic individual with experience working in a school meal environmentMust have experience of leading and coaching a team of peopleAn outstanding communicator, able to liaise confidently with customers & clients and lead, engage & develop team membersBe motivated to achieve results and to drive profitsIT literate – Must be able to work with Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel and SkypeMust have strong organisational skills to be able to manage their own time efficiently to deliver results. Must be assertive, calm and work well under pressureHave high standards of personal hygieneBe able to undertake a range of manual dutiesSelf-motivated and ability to adapt to a changing environmentPart of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over a quarter of a century, Chartwells has been focusing on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges, and universities across the UK. Chartwells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to successfully completing pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and a Children\'s Barred List check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and we ask applicants to declare all previous convictions and cautions in order to assess their suitability to work with children.Job Reference: com/0810/L96101/52672215/R/WJCompass 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!
