Chef Manager

The only international school in Javea, offering bilingual education with a British curriculum for ages 2–18. Catering for about 200 students and teachers daily. We offer a core feeding of Lunch and hospitality at this location. This is a Term time contract and operates Monday to Friday. We are looking to hire an experienced Chef Manager to join the operation at one of our prestigious locations in Alicante. This role will be working closely with the catering team, along with the operations manager to ensure that the day-to-day catering and hospitality is delivered to a high standard. Whilst ensuring all catering operations are executed well, you will also be able to manage the financial budget for the location. To lead the catering team with the day to day production & service of the member and staff dining facilities across the site, to liaise with the centre in the delivery internal or external hospitality events. To deliver both the client agreed budget and the company annual budget. To develop and implement the members and staff dining and hospitality facilities across the site ensuring the quality of food and level of customer service, presentation of the dining and service areas etc are maintained to the agreed standards. To develop each area of the catering offer in line with client expectations/budgetary constraints and agreed offer development plans. To be responsible for the day-to-day operations of all catering facilities throughout the year working in line with the requirements of the business. To liaise with members and client via customer interaction and relevant member forums to make sure there requirements are met at all times. To deliver the Food Services operations as directed by the Operations Manager to include members / staff dining and any internal and external hospitality Create and nurture an environment that emphasises motivation, empowerment, teamwork and a passion for service. To provide excellent food and customer service and respond quickly and proactively to customers needs Ensure compliance with all Thomas Franks Food & Beverage policies, standards and procedures by training, supervising, follow-up and hands on management Maintain and develop service standards in all dining areas including the cleanliness and presentation of the room To support any rehabilitation activity as required by the centre in support of open days, and centre delivery requirements To undertake any reasonable duties that may be required relating to the effective operation and development of commercial areas as directed by the Operations Manager Be a hands on Catering Manager leading the team in food production and service High level of communication, to include reading, writing, oral and listening Customer and personal service skills, proven track record of customer service achievements Proven ability to manage a team and achieve high performance through motivation Must have the flexibility to work to the needs of the business Ability to demonstrate a good understanding and use of verbal English. Ability to demonstrate a good standard of written English and reading skills. Thomas Franks is a founder led, fresh food catering business with a focus on excellence and service delivered with individuality, passion and style.