Food Cost & Profit Manager (field based)

Quest Search & Selection are proud to represent one of UK's leading seasonal retailers who have QSR restaurants & Cafes across the UK. This Food Cost & Profit Manager (field based) role is around supporting the implementation of consistent stock & people process systems whilst upholding best practice procedures. This role covers food, drink & QSR operations, with the goal of driving margin profitability across both the on-site venues and the centralised Food & Beverage EBITDA Please note the role would be a 6-month fixed-term contract with the potential of going perm. Key Responsibilities of this Food Cost & Profit Manager (field based) position – Acting as the key link between on-property operations and the central F&B head office to drive strategic margin improvement & EBITDA Driving automation initiatives to enhance profitability, improve time efficiency, strengthen stock control, and reduce food wastage. Creating regular performance reports and dashboards to highlight opportunities, track progress, and measure key operational metrics. Monitoring and refining stock and wastage processes to ensure operational excellence and cost efficiency. Spearheading the execution of the Profit Improvement Plan through clear communication, structured performance reviews, and well-planned site visits. Leading the implementation of accurate stock counts and inventory management systems to support margin control. Partnering cross-functionally to deliver training and upskilling initiatives that ensure successful roll-out of profit improvement strategies. Leveraging stakeholder insights to align improvement plans with each location’s operational capacity and business needs. Requirements for this Food Cost & Profit Manager (field based) position – It is essential that you have field, area, operations, regional, field management, within F&B, hospitality, or QSR background. Ideally someone who is immediately available or available within a three-week. You must be able to travel nationwide and stay away in the week. Level 3 Food Safety Experienced in Recipe Costing &Planning Software Is experienced to using technology software for hospitality e.g. Zonal Track record of effectively managing and optimising profit margin – that you highly skilled with P&L reports and putting actions into place In-depth operational expertise in F&B, with a strong grasp of models spanning both QSR and Casual Dining. Demonstrated ability to manage and influence stakeholders at all levels, including delivering impactful presentations. Strong analytical mindset with well-developed critical thinking capabilities. Benefits that come along with this Food Cost & Profit Manager (field based) position – Salary £40,000 - £45,000 Generous car allowance of up to £7,500 per annum (pro-rata) Life assurance Bonus (pro-rata) Working pattern on average 3 days in field, 1-day WFH, 1 day office based 20% friends and family discount 22 Holiday days bank holiday Free parking Potential of the role going perm If this is a position that fits in with your experience & exciting on new field-based opportunity and you re immediately available or available within 3 weeks please apply today!

Location: Winchester, GB

Posted Date: 5/23/2025