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Canteen Manager


Company : Pilgrims Europe


Location : Llanidloes, Wales


Created : 2026-03-17


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

My jobDo not pass up this chance, apply quickly if your experience and skills match what is in the following description.Canteen ManagerLocation: LlanidloesReports to: Site DirectorThe Canteen Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the canteen. This includes planning menus, ordering supplies, preparing and serving food, and managing staff. The Canteen Manager will also be responsible for managing budgets, enforcing health and safety regulations, and providing customer service. The ideal candidate should have strong organizational and communication skills, as well as experience in the food service industry.Key Responsibilities:Ordering of stock including raising/receipting PO's on SAPEnd of day / week / month accountsContinuously review menus andPreparing and cooking of foodContinuously review processes/procedures including compliance documentation to ensure we are compliant with legislationLead onsite events such as summer BBQ and staff Christmas dinnerWork with suppliers to minimise spend on stock whilst ensuring quality menu offeringIdentify ways to maximise footfall i.e. theme daysParticipate in on site engagement activities i.e. Free Breakfast Friday's / charity fundraisingStock taking and product rotationServing of food and beveragesCollect monies and operate cash tillResponsible for cashing up at the end of the shiftCleaning of kitchen equipment, worktops, tables and floorsOpening/Closing canteen and the start/end of shiftReport faults so they can be put right quickly to avoid downtime and potential loss of stockNew menu ideas including buffet optionsBuffets / refreshments for on-site meetingsComply with company health and safety standards at all times and ensure work areas are kept clean and tidyComply with food hygiene standards at all timesComply with all COSHH and HACCP guidelines Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications:Keeps up to date with relevant legislation affecting staff catering facilitiesPrevious Management experiencePrevious experience running canteen kitchenGood verbal, written and numerical skillsWell organisedA team playerSelf-motivatedFriendly individual with focus on customer serviceGood PC skillsCoaching and mentoringSocial media activities Why Work for Pilgrim's Europe? At Pilgrim's Europe, we recognise that our people drive our success. Joining us means becoming part of a respected and forward-thinking agri-food business committed to excellence, sustainability, and continuous improvement.You'll enjoy:Competitive salaryGenerous holiday entitlement plus the option to buy additional daysAutonomy in how you deliver resultsComprehensive wellbeing support and employee assistance programmesProfessional development opportunities with access to leadership training and mentoringEmployee discounts and access to a range of benefits through our rewards platformA values-driven culture built on trust, teamwork, and respectOur values shape everything we do at Pilgrim's Europe:Availability - We're open and ready for new challenges.Humility - We listen, respect, and value every voice.Discipline - We deliver on our commitments.Sincerity - We are honest and authentic in every interaction.Simplicity, Ownership, and Determination - We focus on what matters most to achieve success together.Join UsApply now and help us continue building a sustainable, efficient, and high-performing business for the future.The companyPilgrim's Europe produces some of the best-known and most iconic brands in the UK and Ireland, including Fridge Raiders, Rollover, Denny, Richmond, Oakhouse and Moy Park, alongside a diverse range of industry leading own-label products in categories including fresh pork, lamb and chicken, working with all the major retailers and food service outlets.Our portfolio extends to authentic chilled and frozen ready meals, snacking ranges, added value and food service products. xjdpvnf Across Pilgrim's Europe we combine 20,000 of the best people in the industry, united by a shared set of core values and a passion for producing the highest quality, most delicious and innovative food, which is enjoyed by millions of people in the UK, Ireland and Europe every day. Our Pilgrim's Europe team are based in our Pilgrim's UK, Moy Park, Pilgrim's Food Masters and Pilgrim's Shared Services businesses.What we'll bring to the tableCompetitive SalaryCompetitive Holiday EntitlementPension ContributionFamily Friendly PoliciesLearning and Development OpportunitiesLife AssurancePeople matterPrevious NextOur valuesDeterminationSimplicityAvailabilityHumilityDisciplineSincerityOwnership