Summary: This role as a Band 5 Deputy Catering Lead within the Facilities Division involves overseeing patient catering, retail, and hospitality services across four sites. The position requires a strong chef background and operational leadership to ensure compliance with food safety standards and high-quality service delivery. The Deputy Catering Lead will support the Catering Services Lead and manage a team while maintaining budgetary controls and addressing challenges in service delivery. The role is permanent but may consider secondment or fixed-term opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with HACCP, food safety legislation, and NHSEI standards.
• Lead and mentor the catering team, providing resources and support.
• Manage budgetary resources and control departmental expenditure.
• Observe service delivery and rectify issues related to food production.
• Provide professional catering leadership and react to unplanned challenges.
• Conduct appraisals and personal development reviews for team members.
• Implement effective communication systems within the team.

Key Skills:

• Chef qualification or relevant work experience.
• Strong chef skills and experience in a commercial kitchen environment.
• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards.
• Experience in staff management and team leadership.
• Ability to manage budgets and control expenditures.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills.
• Desirable: Level 3 Food Safety & Hygiene certification.

Salary (Rate): 36483

City: Birmingham

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Other