Deputy General Manager

OverviewJob Title:

Deputy General ManagerLocation:

Eastbourne CollegeContract Type:

Full-time, 52 weeksSalary:

£37,000 per annum

Why Join Us

28 days holiday (including bank holidays)

3 volunteering days to give back to causes you care about

3 days grandparent leave for those special family moments

24 weeks enhanced maternity leave

Bespoke training and development opportunities

Pension and life insurance

Discounts on high street brands, cinema and holidays via the Perkbox App

Wellbeing hub and access to employee assistance programme

Free meals while at work

Career development and HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels

About the roleWe are seeking a confident and committed Deputy General Manager to support the effective day-to-day running of the catering service at Eastbourne College. Working closely with the Director of Catering, you’ll play a key role in operational delivery, team leadership, and ensuring high standards in food quality and service. This is a hands-on, customer-focused position ideal for someone passionate about food, hospitality, and team development.

You will be joining Holroyd Howe, one of the UK’s leading contract caterers, providing fresh, innovative food services solely to independent schools and colleges. We are a team of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children of all ages in order to meet the bespoke requirements of each school.

Our mission is simple: To provide our teams with the right skills to succeed in their jobs, we invest in their training and development. Our exceptional teams of seasoned specialists customise our catering services to fit children of all ages and satisfy the unique needs of our clients.

Job DescriptionKey Responsibilities

Support the Director of Catering in overseeing day-to-day catering operations, ensuring a high-quality and consistent service.

Lead by example in delivering excellent food standards and customer experience.

Supervise and motivate catering teams to perform efficiently and with pride.

Help manage stock, ordering, and supplier relationships in line with budgetary targets.

Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and compliance with all relevant policies.

Assist in planning and executing hospitality events and term-time functions.

Deputise in the absence of the General Manager, taking ownership of operations and client communications.

QualificationsCandidate Profile:

Previous supervisory or assistant management experience in a catering or hospitality environment.

A food-led individual with a good understanding of kitchen operations and customer service.

Experience managing a team and supporting staff training and development.

Knowledge of health and safety, food safety, and compliance procedures.

Strong interpersonal skills and a proactive, can-do attitude.

Experience in an education or contract catering setting is desirable but not essential.

Additional InformationWe pride ourselves on:

People firstWe’re a company of individuals, united in doing our best for our clients.

Great food, alwaysUsing only the best ingredients, our food is fresh, authentic and tailored to each school, age group, and specific needs and preferences.

Food educationWe educate pupils through food, encouraging them to understand and develop their own personal tastes and make informed food choices.

Respect in everything we doOur respectful codes of conduct inform how we behave towards our clients and customers, suppliers and business partners, and each other.

Fresh thinkingNew ideas for food, service and ways of working help us maintain our position as creative leaders in school catering.

This role requires the Right to Work in the UK to be demonstrated. Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles involve regulated activity. An Enhanced DBS check, including a Barred List check, will be required for all successful applicants. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide information about relevant criminal offences and may be subject to an online search of publicly available information. This search helps identify any issues that may affect suitability to work with children.

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