Impact Food Group

25 job(s) at Impact Food Group

Impact Food Group Reading, Oxfordshire
Jul 08, 2026
Full time
Regional Safety Business Partner Thames Valley / Surrey / West London Area Impact Food Group At Impact Food Group, we re more than just a school caterer. We re on a mission to create a positive food culture and help more students enjoy healthier, better-quality food. Making a positive social impact is at the heart of everything we do. We re constantly learning, evolving, and improving every way, every day. We one of England s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce , reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. The Regional Safety Business Partners play a vital role in ensuring those meals are produced safely and our colleagues go home safely every day. We're looking for an experienced safety professional who enjoys building relationships, solving problems and influencing positive change. Guided by our values, integrity, bold, impactful, humble and community ; you will help us shape a workplace and culture we can all be proud of. The Role As a Regional Safety Business Partner, you'll work alongside a Regional Operations Director and Operations Managers, providing expert support across food safety, health & safety and allergen management. You'll spend much of your time working within our schools, supporting operational teams, identifying opportunities for improvement and helping build a proactive safety culture. What You'll Be Doing Operational Assurance Complete high-risk audits, compliance inspections and site visits using a risk-based approach. Lead investigations into food safety, health & safety and allergen incidents, identifying root causes and implementing preventative actions. Carry out risk assessments and provide practical, proportionate solutions. Business Partnering Partner with Regional Operations Directors and Operations Managers to continuously improve safety performance. Coach and support operational leaders to confidently identify and manage risks. Use audit findings, incident trends and safety data to prioritise support where it will have the greatest impact. Champion our philosophy that Safety First and Safety Starts With You . Continuous Improvement Identify trends and emerging risks before they become incidents. Develop innovative solutions that improve safety performance across the business. Lead or support cross-functional projects that strengthen operational excellence. What Success Looks Like You'll play a key role in helping your region achieve outstanding safety performance through: Maintaining 95%+ completion of mandatory safety training. Delivering a minimum of 50 targeted high-risk audits each year. Increasing average regional audit scores to 90% or above . About You You'll be someone who enjoys being visible within the business, building relationships and influencing others. You'll be equally comfortable carrying out a detailed investigation, auditing a busy kitchen or presenting to senior operational leaders. You'll have: Strong knowledge of Food Safety, Health & Safety and risk management. Excellent investigation and root cause analysis skills. Experience auditing operational environments. Confidence to challenge poor standards professionally and constructively. Excellent coaching, communication and influencing skills. Qualifications & Experience Essential Level 4 Food Safety qualification (or equivalent). Level 5 Occupational Health & Safety qualification (or equivalent). Minimum two years' experience within a Food Safety or Health & Safety role. Full UK driving licence. Willingness to travel extensively throughout your region. If you re a collaborative, solution-focused professional who thrives in a busy and purposeful environment, we d love to hear from you. Join us and be part of a team that is transforming lives through the power of food, making a genuine difference for students across the UK. What s in It for You? The opportunity to build a career you can be proud of in a growing business. Access to a wide range of free training, qualifications, and development opportunities 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Staff discount scheme across 850+ retailers Pension scheme and other great company benefits Monthly incentives and recognition for top performers Our Team If you re looking for your next step and want to be part of an organisation that genuinely makes a difference, we d love to hear from you. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which IFG will pay for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Impact Food Group Chertsey, Surrey
Jul 02, 2026
Full time
Regional Safety Business Partner Thames Valley / Surrey / West London Area Impact Food Group At Impact Food Group, we re more than just a school caterer. We re on a mission to create a positive food culture and help more students enjoy healthier, better-quality food. Making a positive social impact is at the heart of everything we do. We re constantly learning, evolving, and improving every way, every day. We one of England s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce , reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. The Regional Safety Business Partners play a vital role in ensuring those meals are produced safely and our colleagues go home safely every day. We're looking for an experienced safety professional who enjoys building relationships, solving problems and influencing positive change. Guided by our values, integrity, bold, impactful, humble and community ; you will help us shape a workplace and culture we can all be proud of. The Role As a Regional Safety Business Partner, you'll work alongside a Regional Operations Director and Operations Managers, providing expert support across food safety, health & safety and allergen management. You'll spend much of your time working within our schools, supporting operational teams, identifying opportunities for improvement and helping build a proactive safety culture. What You'll Be Doing Operational Assurance Complete high-risk audits, compliance inspections and site visits using a risk-based approach. Lead investigations into food safety, health & safety and allergen incidents, identifying root causes and implementing preventative actions. Carry out risk assessments and provide practical, proportionate solutions. Business Partnering Partner with Regional Operations Directors and Operations Managers to continuously improve safety performance. Coach and support operational leaders to confidently identify and manage risks. Use audit findings, incident trends and safety data to prioritise support where it will have the greatest impact. Champion our philosophy that Safety First and Safety Starts With You . Continuous Improvement Identify trends and emerging risks before they become incidents. Develop innovative solutions that improve safety performance across the business. Lead or support cross-functional projects that strengthen operational excellence. What Success Looks Like You'll play a key role in helping your region achieve outstanding safety performance through: Maintaining 95%+ completion of mandatory safety training. Delivering a minimum of 50 targeted high-risk audits each year. Increasing average regional audit scores to 90% or above . About You You'll be someone who enjoys being visible within the business, building relationships and influencing others. You'll be equally comfortable carrying out a detailed investigation, auditing a busy kitchen or presenting to senior operational leaders. You'll have: Strong knowledge of Food Safety, Health & Safety and risk management. Excellent investigation and root cause analysis skills. Experience auditing operational environments. Confidence to challenge poor standards professionally and constructively. Excellent coaching, communication and influencing skills. Qualifications & Experience Essential Level 4 Food Safety qualification (or equivalent). Level 5 Occupational Health & Safety qualification (or equivalent). Minimum two years' experience within a Food Safety or Health & Safety role. Full UK driving licence. Willingness to travel extensively throughout your region. If you re a collaborative, solution-focused professional who thrives in a busy and purposeful environment, we d love to hear from you. Join us and be part of a team that is transforming lives through the power of food, making a genuine difference for students across the UK. What s in It for You? The opportunity to build a career you can be proud of in a growing business. Access to a wide range of free training, qualifications, and development opportunities 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Staff discount scheme across 850+ retailers Pension scheme and other great company benefits Monthly incentives and recognition for top performers Our Team If you re looking for your next step and want to be part of an organisation that genuinely makes a difference, we d love to hear from you. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which IFG will pay for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Impact Food Group Wetherby, Yorkshire
Jul 02, 2026
Full time
Regional Safety Business Partner Impact Food Group At Impact Food Group, we re more than just a school caterer. We re on a mission to create a positive food culture and help more students enjoy healthier, better-quality food. Making a positive social impact is at the heart of everything we do. We re constantly learning, evolving, and improving every way, every day. We one of England s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce , reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. The Regional Safety Business Partners play a vital role in ensuring those meals are produced safely and our colleagues go home safely every day. We're looking for an experienced safety professional who enjoys building relationships, solving problems and influencing positive change. Guided by our values, integrity, bold, impactful, humble and community ; you will help us shape a workplace and culture we can all be proud of. The Role As a Regional Safety Business Partner, you'll work alongside a Regional Operations Director and Operations Managers, providing expert support across food safety, health & safety and allergen management. You'll spend much of your time working within our schools, supporting operational teams, identifying opportunities for improvement and helping build a proactive safety culture. What You'll Be Doing Operational Assurance Complete high-risk audits, compliance inspections and site visits using a risk-based approach. Lead investigations into food safety, health & safety and allergen incidents, identifying root causes and implementing preventative actions. Carry out risk assessments and provide practical, proportionate solutions. Business Partnering Partner with Regional Operations Directors and Operations Managers to continuously improve safety performance. Coach and support operational leaders to confidently identify and manage risks. Use audit findings, incident trends and safety data to prioritise support where it will have the greatest impact. Champion our philosophy that Safety First and Safety Starts With You . Continuous Improvement Identify trends and emerging risks before they become incidents. Develop innovative solutions that improve safety performance across the business. Lead or support cross-functional projects that strengthen operational excellence. What Success Looks Like You'll play a key role in helping your region achieve outstanding safety performance through: Maintaining 95%+ completion of mandatory safety training. Delivering a minimum of 50 targeted high-risk audits each year. Increasing average regional audit scores to 90% or above . About You You'll be someone who enjoys being visible within the business, building relationships and influencing others. You'll be equally comfortable carrying out a detailed investigation, auditing a busy kitchen or presenting to senior operational leaders. You'll have: Strong knowledge of Food Safety, Health & Safety and risk management. Excellent investigation and root cause analysis skills. Experience auditing operational environments. Confidence to challenge poor standards professionally and constructively. Excellent coaching, communication and influencing skills. Qualifications & Experience Essential Level 4 Food Safety qualification (or equivalent). Level 5 Occupational Health & Safety qualification (or equivalent). Minimum two years' experience within a Food Safety or Health & Safety role. Full UK driving licence. Willingness to travel extensively throughout your region. If you re a collaborative, solution-focused professional who thrives in a busy and purposeful environment, we d love to hear from you. Join us and be part of a team that is transforming lives through the power of food, making a genuine difference for students across the UK. What s in It for You? The opportunity to build a career you can be proud of in a growing business. Access to a wide range of free training, qualifications, and development opportunities 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Staff discount scheme across 850+ retailers Pension scheme and other great company benefits Monthly incentives and recognition for top performers Our Team If you re looking for your next step and want to be part of an organisation that genuinely makes a difference, we d love to hear from you. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which IFG will pay for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Impact Food Group Bristol, Gloucestershire
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
Welcome to Impact Food Group (IFG). We one of England s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools . We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. Are you an experienced Contract Catering Operations Support Manager who still likes to be involved with Food? Looking to make a real difference? Be part of a growing business with a powerful social impact mission. We re not going to bore you with a long list of empty adjectives, we want one simple thing: awesome people to help us feed more children better food. About the Role: Job Title: Group Manager Area Covering: Bristol Area Working Days: Monday to Friday Shifts & Working hours: 45 hours per week ( 7am - 3pm ) Working Weeks: 42 weeks per year (25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays) Pay Details: £35,000 per year Join Our Team Due to continued business growth, an exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced Operations Support Managers to join our team. In this role, you will work closely with the Operations Manager, supporting a portfolio of sites within your region. You ll bring multi-site management experience, a genuine passion for food and service, and strong craft skills, with the confidence to step into the kitchen and support when needed. You will Manage, inspire, and engage teams Understand, track, and drive the schools restaurant profit contribution, balancing commercial performance with quality and service Build trusted relationships with clients and stakeholders to help deliver our shared goal of feeding more students, better food What You ll Bring Experience managing at least four sites, supporting and guiding Chef Managers in the smooth day-to-day running of each location, while also building and maintaining strong client relationships. A chef by trade, with a hands-on approach and a willingness to step into the kitchen whenever needed. Confident communicating at all levels, from the kitchen through to the boardroom. Self-motivated, resilient, and highly organised, with a strong ability to prioritise effectively. You ll be confident using the Microsoft Office suite, with strong skills in creating clear, professional spreadsheets and presentations that effectively showcase performance and results. What s in it for you? We ll give you the opportunity to grow and build a career you can be proud of. You ll have access to a wide range of free qualifications and ongoing development opportunities, as well as a staff discount scheme across over 850 retailers. We also run monthly incentives, giving our top-performing teams the chance to win shopping vouchers and other rewards. Next steps If you think you ve got what it takes, and the times above suit you, we d love to hear from you! This role will require both an interview and a kitchen visit as part of the selection process. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which IFG will pay for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Impact Food Group
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. About the role Job Title: Chef/ Cook School Location: Vale of York - Secondary, Clifton, YO30 6ZS (& Local schools) Working Days: Monday to Friday Shifts & Working hours: 8am - 2pm (30 hours per week) Working Weeks: 39 weeks per year (term time, inset days) Pay Details: £17,092.50 per year What will I be doing? As a Chef , you ll support the onsite Chef Manager in delivering high-quality, freshly prepared meals for students and staff. Your responsibilities will include: Assisting with the preparation of main meals and snacks Cooking with fresh, seasonal ingredients for high-volume service (200+ covers) Supporting with occasional counter service and till work Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised kitchen and dining environment at all times What are we looking for? We re not going to overload you with buzzwords - we re simply looking for great chefs who care about food. Experience as a chef, ideally within a school or contract catering environment (but not essential) A passion for cooking with fresh ingredients and delivering quality food Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen Strong teamwork and communication skills A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn Good understanding of food hygiene and safety standards Reliability and pride in maintaining high standards We welcome people from all backgrounds, and we re proud to have chefs with restaurant-quality experience working in our schools. If you re passionate about food and want to make a difference, we want to hear from you. We re not in the business of making school food, we re here to make great food . That s why our customers love us. What s in it for you? This role offers a fantastic work-life balance: No evenings or weekends School holidays off No late nights or split shifts Plus, you ll benefit from: Free meals on shift Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities Access to free qualifications A staff discount scheme across 850+ retailers You ll also have the chance to build meaningful relationships with students, helping them explore new cuisines and develop a positive relationship with food that lasts a lifetime. Interested? If you think you ve got what it takes, we d love to hear from you! Please note: A trade test will be required as part of the recruitment process. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which IFG supply the cost for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Impact Food Group Barnehurst, Kent
Jun 20, 2026
Full time
Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. The role Job Title: Chef Manager School Location: St Catherine's Catholic School, Bexley, Bexley, DA6 7QJ Working Days: Monday to Friday Shifts & Working hours: 6.30am-4pm (45 hours per week) Working Weeks: 42 weeks per year (term time, inset days and 3 additional weeks) Pay Details: 37,000 Annum What will I be doing? As a Chef Manager , you ll take full responsibility for running a high-volume kitchen , serving fresh, seasonal meals to hundreds of students every day. This is a hands-on, leadership role where you ll manage your team, maintain high standards, and ensure smooth, efficient service. Your responsibilities will include: Leading, motivating, and developing your catering team Preparing and serving fresh, seasonal meals at high volume Planning menus, managing stock, and controlling budgets Ensuring all food hygiene, safety, and compliance standards are met Building strong relationships with onsite clients and stakeholders Overseeing the smooth running of service, from prep to finish We re not in the business of making school food we re here to make great food , and that s why our customers love us. What are we looking for? We re looking for an experienced Chef Manager with a passion for high-volume catering and strong leadership skills. Previous experience managing a kitchen, ideally in schools or high-volume catering environments Proven ability to cook fresh, seasonal food at high volumes Strong people management and team leadership skills Experience managing kitchen operations, stock, and compliance Excellent organisational and communication skills A proactive, hands-on approach and pride in maintaining high standards If you thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy leading teams to deliver great food, this could be the role for you. What s in it for you? We offer a fantastic work-life balance: Daytime hours, no evenings or weekends All school holidays off Free meals on shift and uniform provided Plus, you ll benefit from: Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities Access to free qualifications Staff discount scheme across 850+ retailers Monthly team incentives with the chance to win shopping vouchers This is your opportunity to lead a high-volume kitchen , develop your career, and make a real difference in students lives. Next steps If you think you ve got what it takes, we d love to hear from you! Please note: An interview, trade test and kitchen visit will be required as part of the recruitment process. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and children s barred list check, which IFG will pay for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Impact Food Group Durrington, Wiltshire
Jun 17, 2026
Full time
Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. The role Job Title: Chef Manager School Location: , , Working Days: Monday to Friday Shifts & Working hours: XXam-XXpm (XX hours per week) Working Weeks: 42 weeks per year (term time, inset days and 3 additional weeks) Pay Details: 38,000 Annum What will I be doing? As a Chef Manager , you ll take full responsibility for running a high-volume kitchen , serving fresh, seasonal meals to hundreds of students every day. This is a hands-on, leadership role where you ll manage your team, maintain high standards, and ensure smooth, efficient service. Your responsibilities will include: Leading, motivating, and developing your catering team Preparing and serving fresh, seasonal meals at high volume Planning menus, managing stock, and controlling budgets Ensuring all food hygiene, safety, and compliance standards are met Building strong relationships with onsite clients and stakeholders Overseeing the smooth running of service, from prep to finish We re not in the business of making school food we re here to make great food , and that s why our customers love us. What are we looking for? We re looking for an experienced Chef Manager with a passion for high-volume catering and strong leadership skills. Previous experience managing a kitchen, ideally in schools or high-volume catering environments Proven ability to cook fresh, seasonal food at high volumes Strong people management and team leadership skills Experience managing kitchen operations, stock, and compliance Excellent organisational and communication skills A proactive, hands-on approach and pride in maintaining high standards If you thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy leading teams to deliver great food, this could be the role for you. What s in it for you? We offer a fantastic work-life balance: Daytime hours, no evenings or weekends All school holidays off Free meals on shift and uniform provided Plus, you ll benefit from: Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities Access to free qualifications Staff discount scheme across 850+ retailers Monthly team incentives with the chance to win shopping vouchers This is your opportunity to lead a high-volume kitchen , develop your career, and make a real difference in students lives. Next steps If you think you ve got what it takes, we d love to hear from you! Please note: An interview, trade test and kitchen visit will be required as part of the recruitment process. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and children s barred list check, which IFG will pay for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Impact Food Group East Horsley, Surrey
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Welcome to IFG, we are one of the fastest growing, education catering companies in the country and were recently awarded Education Caterer of the year at the Foodservice Catey Awards. IFG is has 4 amazing brands, Cucina, Innovate, Hutchison & Chapter One. We re not going to bore you with a long list of empty adjectives, we want one simple thing: awesome people to help us feed more children better food. The role Job Title: Chef Manager School Location: Howard of Effingham, KT24 5JR Working Days: Monday to Friday Shifts & Working hours: 6.30am-4pm (45 hours per week) Working Weeks: 42 weeks per year ( term time, inset days and 3 additional weeks) Pay Details: £38,000 per year Benefits: Bonus potential of up to 10% of salary (Companies Discression), Free meals onshift & IFG uniform Company pension and other great IFG benefits Your Background We re open to people with great cooking and people management skills. You will be an experienced Chef Manager, used to cooking using fresh seasonal ingredients at volume, managing your kitchen and liaising directly with onsite clients. As manager you will head up the team, making sure service runs smoothly and that all due diligence is adhered to. We re not in the business of making school food, we re here to make good food, after all, that s why our clients and customers love us! What s in it for me? So maybe you fancy working somewhere close to home, with daytime hours, and with your weekends and evenings free? Not to mention all school holidays off, giving you the opportunity for some great work-life balance. As an added bonus a free meal is supplied on shift! (and uniform) We ll give you a place to grow and a career to be proud of. There are loads of free qualifications and career development opportunities to be had and we ve got a staff discount scheme at over 850 retailers! We also run monthly opportunities for the best teams to win shopping vouchers Next steps If you think you ve got what it takes, and the times above suit you, we d love to hear from you! An interview and kitchen visit will be required for this role. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and children s barred list check, which IFG will pay for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Impact Food Group Wokingham, Berkshire
May 21, 2026
Full time
Regional Operations Manager Hampshire / M3 / Berkshire Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. We re growing fast, and we re looking for an experienced Operations Manager to oversee a portfolio of schools, supporting our teams and ensuring exceptional food, service, and operational standards. This is a field-based role, so you ll need to be prepared to travel between sites. What You ll Do: We are looking for a self-motivated, resilient, and highly organised multi-site Operations Manager with a background in high-quality food catering services. As an Operations Manager, you ll be the driving force behind multiple school kitchens, ensuring every site runs smoothly: Lead, motivate, and develop your teams to deliver outstanding results Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders Monitor and improve operational performance across your portfolio Ensure food quality, hygiene, and compliance standards are consistently met Manage financial performance, including budgets, commercial and fixed-price contracts Support Chef Managers with recruitment, HR, and day-to-day operations Present data, reports, and insights to demonstrate operational success Who We re Looking For You re a hands-on, results-driven manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You ll have: Experience as an Area Manager or Operations Manager in contract or retail catering, managing at least 8 sites A proven track record of leading multi-site teams, with strong people management skills Confidence communicating with everyone from kitchen teams to senior stakeholders Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively Strong proficiency with Office tools, spreadsheets, and presentations A passion for fresh, contemporary food and delivering outstanding service We re looking for someone who leads by example, motivates teams, and genuinely cares about people and food. What s in It For You We don t just offer a job, we offer a career you can be proud of: 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays Life assurance and company pension Healthcare Access to our online learning and development platform Employee wellbeing programme Salary sacrifice electric car scheme IFG Rewards high-street discounts Annual Summer Party with company awards If you re ready to lead high-performing teams, make a real impact, and take your career to the next level, we d love to hear from you! Please note: An interview and assessmen t will be part of the recruitment process. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and children s barred list check, which IFG will pay for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Impact Food Group City, Liverpool
May 21, 2026
Full time
Regional Operations Manager Liverpool / Blackpool Area Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. We re growing fast, and we re looking for an experienced Operations Manager to oversee a portfolio of schools, supporting our teams and ensuring exceptional food, service, and operational standards. This is a field-based role, so you ll need to be prepared to travel between sites. What You ll Do: We are looking for a self-motivated, resilient, and highly organised multi-site Operations Manager with a background in high-quality food catering services. As an Operations Manager, you ll be the driving force behind multiple school kitchens, ensuring every site runs smoothly: Lead, motivate, and develop your teams to deliver outstanding results Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders Monitor and improve operational performance across your portfolio Ensure food quality, hygiene, and compliance standards are consistently met Manage financial performance, including budgets, commercial and fixed-price contracts Support Chef Managers with recruitment, HR, and day-to-day operations Present data, reports, and insights to demonstrate operational success Who We re Looking For You re a hands-on, results-driven manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You ll have: Experience as an Area Manager or Operations Manager in contract or retail catering, managing at least 8 sites A proven track record of leading multi-site teams, with strong people management skills Confidence communicating with everyone from kitchen teams to senior stakeholders Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively Strong proficiency with Office tools, spreadsheets, and presentations A passion for fresh, contemporary food and delivering outstanding service We re looking for someone who leads by example, motivates teams, and genuinely cares about people and food. What s in It For You We don t just offer a job, we offer a career you can be proud of: 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays Life assurance and company pension Healthcare Access to our online learning and development platform Employee wellbeing programme Salary sacrifice electric car scheme IFG Rewards high-street discounts Annual Summer Party with company awards If you re ready to lead high-performing teams, make a real impact, and take your career to the next level, we d love to hear from you! Please note: An interview and assessmen t will be part of the recruitment process. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and children s barred list check, which IFG will pay for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Impact Food Group Reading, Oxfordshire
May 19, 2026
Full time
Regional Operations Manager Reading / Oxford Area Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. We re growing fast, and we re looking for an experienced Operations Manager to oversee a portfolio of schools, supporting our teams and ensuring exceptional food, service, and operational standards. This is a field-based role, so you ll need to be prepared to travel between sites. What You ll Do: We are looking for a self-motivated, resilient, and highly organised multi-site Operations Manager with a background in high-quality food catering services. As an Operations Manager, you ll be the driving force behind multiple school kitchens, ensuring every site runs smoothly: Lead, motivate, and develop your teams to deliver outstanding results Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders Monitor and improve operational performance across your portfolio Ensure food quality, hygiene, and compliance standards are consistently met Manage financial performance, including budgets, commercial and fixed-price contracts Support Chef Managers with recruitment, HR, and day-to-day operations Present data, reports, and insights to demonstrate operational success Who We re Looking For You re a hands-on, results-driven manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You ll have: Experience as an Area Manager or Operations Manager in contract or retail catering, managing at least 8 sites A proven track record of leading multi-site teams, with strong people management skills Confidence communicating with everyone from kitchen teams to senior stakeholders Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively Strong proficiency with Office tools, spreadsheets, and presentations A passion for fresh, contemporary food and delivering outstanding service We re looking for someone who leads by example, motivates teams, and genuinely cares about people and food. What s in It For You We don t just offer a job, we offer a career you can be proud of: 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays Life assurance and company pension Healthcare Access to our online learning and development platform Employee wellbeing programme Salary sacrifice electric car scheme IFG Rewards high-street discounts Annual Summer Party with company awards If you re ready to lead high-performing teams, make a real impact, and take your career to the next level, we d love to hear from you! Please note: An interview and assessmen t will be part of the recruitment process. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and children s barred list check, which IFG will pay for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Impact Food Group City, York
May 18, 2026
Full time
Regional Operations Manager York Area Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. We re growing fast, and we re looking for an experienced Operations Manager to oversee a portfolio of schools, supporting our teams and ensuring exceptional food, service, and operational standards. This is a field-based role, so you ll need to be prepared to travel between sites. What You ll Do: We are looking for a self-motivated, resilient, and highly organised multi-site Operations Manager with a background in high-quality food catering services. As an Operations Manager, you ll be the driving force behind multiple school kitchens, ensuring every site runs smoothly: Lead, motivate, and develop your teams to deliver outstanding results Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders Monitor and improve operational performance across your portfolio Ensure food quality, hygiene, and compliance standards are consistently met Manage financial performance, including budgets, commercial and fixed-price contracts Support Chef Managers with recruitment, HR, and day-to-day operations Present data, reports, and insights to demonstrate operational success Who We re Looking For You re a hands-on, results-driven manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You ll have: Experience as an Area Manager or Operations Manager in contract or retail catering, managing at least 8 sites A proven track record of leading multi-site teams, with strong people management skills Confidence communicating with everyone from kitchen teams to senior stakeholders Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively Strong proficiency with Office tools, spreadsheets, and presentations A passion for fresh, contemporary food and delivering outstanding service We re looking for someone who leads by example, motivates teams, and genuinely cares about people and food. What s in It For You We don t just offer a job, we offer a career you can be proud of: 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays Life assurance and company pension Healthcare Access to our online learning and development platform Employee wellbeing programme Salary sacrifice electric car scheme IFG Rewards high-street discounts Annual Summer Party with company awards If you re ready to lead high-performing teams, make a real impact, and take your career to the next level, we d love to hear from you! Please note: An interview and assessmen t will be part of the recruitment process. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and children s barred list check, which IFG will pay for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Impact Food Group City, Manchester
May 16, 2026
Full time
Regional Operations Manager Manchester Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. We re growing fast, and we re looking for an experienced Operations Manager to oversee a portfolio of schools, supporting our teams and ensuring exceptional food, service, and operational standards. This is a field-based role, so you ll need to be prepared to travel between sites. What You ll Do: We are looking for a self-motivated, resilient, and highly organised multi-site Operations Manager with a background in high-quality food catering services. As an Operations Manager, you ll be the driving force behind multiple school kitchens, ensuring every site runs smoothly: Lead, motivate, and develop your teams to deliver outstanding results Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders Monitor and improve operational performance across your portfolio Ensure food quality, hygiene, and compliance standards are consistently met Manage financial performance, including budgets, commercial and fixed-price contracts Support Chef Managers with recruitment, HR, and day-to-day operations Present data, reports, and insights to demonstrate operational success Who We re Looking For You re a hands-on, results-driven manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You ll have: Experience as an Area Manager or Operations Manager in contract or retail catering, managing at least 8 sites A proven track record of leading multi-site teams, with strong people management skills Confidence communicating with everyone from kitchen teams to senior stakeholders Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively Strong proficiency with Office tools, spreadsheets, and presentations A passion for fresh, contemporary food and delivering outstanding service We re looking for someone who leads by example, motivates teams, and genuinely cares about people and food. What s in It For You We don t just offer a job, we offer a career you can be proud of: 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays Life assurance and company pension Healthcare Access to our online learning and development platform Employee wellbeing programme Salary sacrifice electric car scheme IFG Rewards high-street discounts Annual Summer Party with company awards If you re ready to lead high-performing teams, make a real impact, and take your career to the next level, we d love to hear from you! Please note: An interview and assessmen t will be part of the recruitment process. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and children s barred list check, which IFG will pay for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Impact Food Group Taunton, Somerset
May 16, 2026
Full time
Regional Operations Manager Somerset Area Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. We re growing fast, and we re looking for an experienced Operations Manager to oversee a portfolio of schools, supporting our teams and ensuring exceptional food, service, and operational standards. This is a field-based role, so you ll need to be prepared to travel between sites. What You ll Do: We are looking for a self-motivated, resilient, and highly organised multi-site Operations Manager with a background in high-quality food catering services. As an Operations Manager, you ll be the driving force behind multiple school kitchens, ensuring every site runs smoothly: Lead, motivate, and develop your teams to deliver outstanding results Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders Monitor and improve operational performance across your portfolio Ensure food quality, hygiene, and compliance standards are consistently met Manage financial performance, including budgets, commercial and fixed-price contracts Support Chef Managers with recruitment, HR, and day-to-day operations Present data, reports, and insights to demonstrate operational success Who We re Looking For You re a hands-on, results-driven manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You ll have: Experience as an Area Manager or Operations Manager in contract or retail catering, managing at least 8 sites A proven track record of leading multi-site teams, with strong people management skills Confidence communicating with everyone from kitchen teams to senior stakeholders Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively Strong proficiency with Office tools, spreadsheets, and presentations A passion for fresh, contemporary food and delivering outstanding service We re looking for someone who leads by example, motivates teams, and genuinely cares about people and food. What s in It For You We don t just offer a job, we offer a career you can be proud of: 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays Life assurance and company pension Healthcare Access to our online learning and development platform Employee wellbeing programme Salary sacrifice electric car scheme IFG Rewards high-street discounts Annual Summer Party with company awards If you re ready to lead high-performing teams, make a real impact, and take your career to the next level, we d love to hear from you! Please note: An interview and assessmen t will be part of the recruitment process. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and children s barred list check, which IFG will pay for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Impact Food Group
May 16, 2026
Full time
Regional Operations Manager Enfield / St Albans / Stevenage Area Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. We re growing fast, and we re looking for an experienced Operations Manager to oversee a portfolio of schools, supporting our teams and ensuring exceptional food, service, and operational standards. This is a field-based role, so you ll need to be prepared to travel between sites. What You ll Do: We are looking for a self-motivated, resilient, and highly organised multi-site Operations Manager with a background in high-quality food catering services. As an Operations Manager, you ll be the driving force behind multiple school kitchens, ensuring every site runs smoothly: Lead, motivate, and develop your teams to deliver outstanding results Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders Monitor and improve operational performance across your portfolio Ensure food quality, hygiene, and compliance standards are consistently met Manage financial performance, including budgets, commercial and fixed-price contracts Support Chef Managers with recruitment, HR, and day-to-day operations Present data, reports, and insights to demonstrate operational success Who We re Looking For You re a hands-on, results-driven manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You ll have: Experience as an Area Manager or Operations Manager in contract or retail catering, managing at least 8 sites A proven track record of leading multi-site teams, with strong people management skills Confidence communicating with everyone from kitchen teams to senior stakeholders Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively Strong proficiency with Office tools, spreadsheets, and presentations A passion for fresh, contemporary food and delivering outstanding service We re looking for someone who leads by example, motivates teams, and genuinely cares about people and food. What s in It For You We don t just offer a job, we offer a career you can be proud of: 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays Life assurance and company pension Healthcare Access to our online learning and development platform Employee wellbeing programme Salary sacrifice electric car scheme IFG Rewards high-street discounts Annual Summer Party with company awards If you re ready to lead high-performing teams, make a real impact, and take your career to the next level, we d love to hear from you! Please note: An interview and assessmen t will be part of the recruitment process. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and children s barred list check, which IFG will pay for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Impact Food Group Bristol, Gloucestershire
May 16, 2026
Full time
Regional Operations Manager Bristol Area Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. We re growing fast, and we re looking for an experienced Operations Manager to oversee a portfolio of schools, supporting our teams and ensuring exceptional food, service, and operational standards. This is a field-based role, so you ll need to be prepared to travel between sites. What You ll Do: We are looking for a self-motivated, resilient, and highly organised multi-site Operations Manager with a background in high-quality food catering services. As an Operations Manager, you ll be the driving force behind multiple school kitchens, ensuring every site runs smoothly: Lead, motivate, and develop your teams to deliver outstanding results Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders Monitor and improve operational performance across your portfolio Ensure food quality, hygiene, and compliance standards are consistently met Manage financial performance, including budgets, commercial and fixed-price contracts Support Chef Managers with recruitment, HR, and day-to-day operations Present data, reports, and insights to demonstrate operational success Who We re Looking For You re a hands-on, results-driven manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You ll have: Experience as an Area Manager or Operations Manager in contract or retail catering, managing at least 8 sites A proven track record of leading multi-site teams, with strong people management skills Confidence communicating with everyone from kitchen teams to senior stakeholders Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively Strong proficiency with Office tools, spreadsheets, and presentations A passion for fresh, contemporary food and delivering outstanding service We re looking for someone who leads by example, motivates teams, and genuinely cares about people and food. What s in It For You We don t just offer a job, we offer a career you can be proud of: 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays Life assurance and company pension Healthcare Access to our online learning and development platform Employee wellbeing programme Salary sacrifice electric car scheme IFG Rewards high-street discounts Annual Summer Party with company awards If you re ready to lead high-performing teams, make a real impact, and take your career to the next level, we d love to hear from you! Please note: An interview and assessmen t will be part of the recruitment process. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and children s barred list check, which IFG will pay for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Impact Food Group City, Birmingham
May 16, 2026
Full time
Regional Operations Manager Birmingham Area Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. We re growing fast, and we re looking for an experienced Operations Manager to oversee a portfolio of schools, supporting our teams and ensuring exceptional food, service, and operational standards. This is a field-based role, so you ll need to be prepared to travel between sites. What You ll Do: We are looking for a self-motivated, resilient, and highly organised multi-site Operations Manager with a background in high-quality food catering services. As an Operations Manager, you ll be the driving force behind multiple school kitchens, ensuring every site runs smoothly: Lead, motivate, and develop your teams to deliver outstanding results Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders Monitor and improve operational performance across your portfolio Ensure food quality, hygiene, and compliance standards are consistently met Manage financial performance, including budgets, commercial and fixed-price contracts Support Chef Managers with recruitment, HR, and day-to-day operations Present data, reports, and insights to demonstrate operational success Who We re Looking For You re a hands-on, results-driven manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You ll have: Experience as an Area Manager or Operations Manager in contract or retail catering, managing at least 8 sites A proven track record of leading multi-site teams, with strong people management skills Confidence communicating with everyone from kitchen teams to senior stakeholders Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively Strong proficiency with Office tools, spreadsheets, and presentations A passion for fresh, contemporary food and delivering outstanding service We re looking for someone who leads by example, motivates teams, and genuinely cares about people and food. What s in It For You We don t just offer a job, we offer a career you can be proud of: 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays Life assurance and company pension Healthcare Access to our online learning and development platform Employee wellbeing programme Salary sacrifice electric car scheme IFG Rewards high-street discounts Annual Summer Party with company awards If you re ready to lead high-performing teams, make a real impact, and take your career to the next level, we d love to hear from you! Please note: An interview and assessmen t will be part of the recruitment process. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and children s barred list check, which IFG will pay for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Impact Food Group Knaphill, Surrey
May 04, 2026
Full time
People Administrator Impact Food Group At Impact Food Group, we re more than just a school caterer. We re on a mission to create a positive food culture and help more students enjoy healthier, better-quality food. Making a positive social impact is at the heart of everything we do. We re constantly learning, evolving, and improving every way, every day. We one of England s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce , reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. We re now looking for a talented and highly organised People Administrator to join our Shared Services Team and play a vital role in supporting our people operations and employee experience. Guided by our values , integrity, bold, impactful, humble, and community ; you will help us shape a workplace and culture we can all be proud of. What you ll be doing As a People Services Administartor, you ll be the first point of contact for our employees and managers, providing friendly, accurate, and timely support across a wide range of people matters. You ll help keep our systems running smoothly, support key employee lifecycle processes, and take the lead on specific employee relations cases. Key Responsibilities Responding to general employee enquiries via phone and email, providing helpful and accurate information. Directing manager queries to the right person or team within the People function. Maintaining and updating our HR systems and records with precision and care. Taking the lead on ensuring compliance with UK law and Company policy in matters such as right to work documents and DBS checks, handling matters with care and integrity. Advising employees and managers on maternity, paternity, and adoption leave processes, providing administrative support for these processes. Assisting with onboarding processes for new starters and employees transferring via TUPE. Guiding managers through probationary period procedures to ensure fair and consistent management, contributing to a positive culture where employees feel supported. More about you - Experience in an HR or administrative role, ideally in a fast-paced environment. A passion for people and a commitment to delivering excellent service. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Confident communicator with a friendly and professional approach. Comfortable using HR systems and handling sensitive information. Eager to learn and grow ideally studying towards a CIPD Level 3 qualification or keen to start. Considerate and ready to both learn from and share your knowledge with colleagues to be part of a fantastic People Team. If you re a collaborative, solution-focused HR professional who thrives in a busy and purposeful environment, we d love to hear from you. Join us and be part of a team transforming lives through the power of food, making a genuine difference for students across the UK.
Impact Food Group Knaphill, Surrey
May 04, 2026
Full time
Accounts Payable (AP) Impact Food Group At Impact Food Group, we re more than just a school caterer. We re on a mission to create a positive food culture and help more students enjoy healthier, better-quality food. Making a positive social impact is at the heart of everything we do. We re constantly learning, evolving, and improving every way, every day. We one of England s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce , reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. We re now looking for a talented and highly organised Accounts Payable to join and play a vital role in supporting our business. Guided by our values, integrity, bold, impactful, humble and community ; you will help us shape a workplace and culture we can all be proud of. What you ll be Doing We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented AP Operations Lead to support the smooth running of our Accounts Payable function. This role is critical in ensuring operational continuity across all AP processes while providing temporary team supervision when required. Post manual and EDI invoices across multiple entrees Support payment runs, including allocation of unallocated payments and reconciliations Step in to supervise the transactional AP team during AP Manager absences (e.g. meetings or leave) Shadow the AP Manager on reporting, month-end close, and reconciliation activities Identify operational gaps and escalate improvement opportunities Ensure adherence to financial policies and internal controls Collaborate with internal stakeholders to maintain efficient workflows What are we looking for? 3 5 years experience in Accounts Payable or finance operations Strong understanding of: Reconciliations Overheads (OVHD) and Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) High-volume invoice processing Ability to supervise a small team and make sound operational decisions when required Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical mindset Excellent communication and collaboration skills Experience working across multiple companies or entrees Familiarity with payment runs and unallocated payment processes Exposure to mentoring, coaching, or training team members If you re a collaborative, solution-focused professional who thrives in a busy and purposeful environment, we d love to hear from you. Join us and be part of a team that is transforming lives through the power of food, making a genuine difference for students across the UK. What s in It for You? The opportunity to build a career you can be proud of in a growing business. Access to a wide range of free training, qualifications, and development opportunities 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Staff discount scheme across 850+ retailers Pension scheme and other great company benefits Monthly incentives and recognition for top performers Our Team If you re looking for your next step and want to be part of an organisation that genuinely makes a difference, we d love to hear from you. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which IFG will pay for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Impact Food Group Knaphill, Surrey
May 04, 2026
Full time
Recruitment Administrator Impact Food Group At Impact Food Group, we re more than just a school caterer. We re on a mission to create a positive food culture and help more students enjoy healthier, better-quality food. Making a positive social impact is at the heart of everything we do. We re constantly learning, evolving, and improving every way, every day. Through our industry-leading brands Innovate, Hutchison, Cucina, and Chapter One we cater for over 800,000 students and operate in more than 900 schools nationwide, growing every year. We re now looking for a talented and highly organised Recruitment Administartor to join and play a vital role in supporting our business. Guided by our values , integrity, bold, impactful, humble and community ; you will help us shape a workplace and culture we can all be proud of. Key Role Responsibilities: Assisting the end-to-end recruitment, ensuring the candidate experience is second to none, and being the champion of promoting Impact Food Group as an employer of choice to prospective candidates. Advertise opportunities via our ATS system (Talos) and ensure all agreed attraction methods live in line with agreed timescales and are reportable within the system to ensure ROI is measurable. Manage advertising response and ensure all candidates are contacted within agreed set time frames at each stage of the recruitment process, whilst maintaining clear communication with those involved at each stage. Advise hiring managers on different approaches to talent attraction and the recruitment process, whilst ensuring all recruitment activity/campaigns have an established ROI and success is measured. Collaborate with the wider recruitment team on learnings from recruitment campaigns, to ensure the best practice is shared. Manage Recruitment Inbox/ respond to recruitment queries over the phone and through email Develop initiatives as part of the employer brand & recruitment strategy to promote Impact Food Group as the place to work in the sector. Prepare weekly live vacancy updates and monthly recruitment KPI reports (ROI, time to hire, applications to interview, interview to hire ratio s, etc.) What we are looking for An expert in high volume administration who is passionate about our brand and what makes our people great. A proactive, self-starter who uses their initiative to think outside of the box of how-to source, attract and identify talent in your role. Passionate about delivering the candidate experience, and how this can add value to our employer brand and our success as a recruitment team. Excellent accuracy and attention to detail throughout the recruitment journey Excellent timekeeping and organisational skills, whilst being able to manage and prioritise your own workload. Resilient and calm under pressure A natural at taking a proactive approach and using your initiative to solve problems. Competent in using ATS systems and reporting (Excel and Word) If you re a collaborative, solution-focused professional who thrives in a busy and purposeful environment, we d love to hear from you. Join us and be part of a team that is transforming lives through the power of food, making a genuine difference for students across the UK. What we can offer Monday to Friday working ( 2-3 Days Office Based) 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Access to IFG rewards (money off high street) Yearly Summer Party Centrally based offices. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Impact Food are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which Innovate Services Ltd supply the cost for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.