Company DescriptionTitle: Deputy General ManagerLocation: RGS Guildford, Guildford, SurreySalary: Up to £36,500 per annumHours: 40 hours per week, 5 over 7, 52 weeks per year (with limited out-of-term operations)Why Join us?28 days holiday (including bank holidays)3 volunteering days to give back to causes you care about3 days grandparent leave for those special family moments24 weeks enhanced maternity leaveBespoke training & development opportunitiesPension & life insuranceDiscounts on high street brands, cinema & holidays via the Perkbox AppWellbeing hub & access to employee assistance programmeFree meals while at workCareer development through apprenticeships for all experience levels.About the role:We are seeking a confident and committed Deputy General Manager to support the effective day-to-day running of the catering service at RGS Guildford. Working closely with the General Manager, 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 General Manager 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 & 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.In order to be considered for this role you must be able to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK.Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe involve regulated activity. It is a criminal offence for individuals barred from working with children to apply for such roles. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (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 will be subject to an online search of publicly available information. This search helps identify any issues that may affect suitability to work with children.This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references. #J-18808-Ljbffr