Job Introduction
We are CH&CO a collection of specialist businesses and market leading brands.
We want our people to love what they do and have fun. We celebrate diversity, and our inclusive culture encourages everyone to bring their whole self to work every day. Working at CH&CO gives our teams the opportunity to work across all of our brands, experiencing the variety of our business and the services we deliver. We are currently recruiting for a Store Manager at Wimbledon CPU in London.
Salary: £47,000 per annum
Working Pattern: 40 hours per week (Monday - Friday)
Location: London, SW19 8UH
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day stores operation, keeping everything organised, efficient and running smoothly.
- Oversee incoming deliveries, ensuring goods are checked, received, stored and distributed correctly.
- Manage stock levels, stock rotation and regular stocktakes, keeping accurate records and minimising waste.
- Coordinate the movement and distribution of stock across different departments and operational areas.
- Work closely with Head Chefs and operational teams to understand daily stock and delivery requirements.
- Identify stock that may be at risk and work with the wider team to reduce unnecessary waste.
- Lead and support the stores team, creating an organised and positive working environment.
- Maintain high standards of food safety and health and safety, including relevant temperature and delivery checks.
- Support planning and preparation for particularly busy operational and event periods.
Our Ideal Candidate
- We’re looking for someone who is practical, organised and comfortable working in a busy food operation.
- Previous experience as a Stores Manager within hospitality, catering or food service.
- Strong experience managing stock, deliveries, stock rotation and inventory control.
- A good understanding of food safety, storage and health and safety standards.
- Experience leading and supporting a small team in a busy environment.
- Strong attention to detail and confidence maintaining accurate stock records.
- Good communication skills and the ability to build relationships with chefs, suppliers and operational teams.
- The ability to prioritise and stay organised when dealing with multiple deliveries and requests.
- A proactive, hands-on approach and willingness to get involved wherever needed.
- Confidence working in a fast-paced, high-volume operation, particularly during peak periods.
What's in it for you?
Working with CH&CO has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits to keep you happy.
- Personal Development and Training opportunities
- Life assurance scheme
- Pension scheme
- Holiday allowance
- Access to Healthcare Support App which includes Annual health check, Digital GP, Mental Health Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Medical Opinion
- Eye care
- A great wellbeing strategy – including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance
- Family friendly support
- Regular social events and communication with our leaders
- A holiday purchase scheme
- Volunteering days
- Professional subscriptions
- Recognition schemes and people awards
- Long service awards
- Access to some great high street discount vouchers
About Us
As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.
Job Reference: com/0511/42585001/52844068/SU #CHCO
Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!