HM Prison and Probation ServiceDeputy Catering Manager HMP Wymott
May. 2015 - Mar. 2024Lancashire, England, United KingdomPreside over the timely distribution of meals across multiple wing serveries, while maintaining the authority to approve ordering requests. Bolster safety by assisting with the creation of safety plans. Cultivate relationships with key stakeholders and clients. Collaboratively facilitate the provision of meals to prisoners with specific needs. Additionally volunteer as an ACCT (Assessment, Care in Custody and Teamwork) Assessor.
* Leverage leadership expertise to direct daily catering operations, oversee substantial budgets, resolve internal problems, and create employee rota
* Ensure optimal quality by conducting thorough audits of establishment-wide food-serving areas and performing risk assessments; provide detailed findings to the health and safety department
* Exhibit industry knowledge by overseeing all aspects of menu development and establishing food hygiene qualifications
* Optimize existing processes, which includes developing new HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points) systems
* Act as a mentor to new personnel and provide coaching in equipment/computer usage
* Direct forums focused on workplace issues and convey guidance in areas such as nutrition
* Excel as a brand ambassador by continuously fostering an enhanced and positive corporate image
* Attained the HMP Wymott Staff Recognition Award for Team Impact, as well as an Individual HMP Wymott Staff Recognition Award (both awarded in 2020)
* Achieved status as an MOJ award finalist in the Managing Effective Service category in 2021