Sustainability Manager - London
Sustainability Manager - Catering Operations I Tottenham Hotspur Stadium | Full-Time I Permanent 36000 + excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more.Were looking for...The role will have responsibility for helping shape the strategy for our Sustainability Goals within the Catering Operation at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. By understanding the direction of both Levy as a growing catering partner, and a market-leader in sustainable catering practices, and aligning with the Tottenham Hotspur targets including focuses of Operational Carbon Reduction Initiatives, Food Waste Measurement and Product Sourcing. Working in true partnership with our client, we deliver a business that is guest focused, sustainable, exciting, innovative, and profitable. You are integral to this vision and will be passionate about creating something special.A passion for detailed planning and review, confidence to challenge a complex catering operation, knowledgeable with both food and beverage - and aligning the current operation to our goals.
Sustainability Manager - Catering Operations - The RolePlanning Collaboration - Frequent liaison with multiple stakeholders. From our client team here at the stadium, to our Levy sustainability teams, and of course the Culinary & operations teams to ensure that sustainable decisions are at the forefront of each discussion. Product - Working collaboratively with the culinary teams, to advise where a product can be developed or altered to align with our Carbon Reduction targets. Structured Approach - Being conscious of the continual off set between sustainable and commercial decision making.
OperationsCarbon Measurement/Reduction - Track our current carbon emissions, using activity-based data to fully understand the impact of our menus. Then identify areas of focus that would support the Carbon Reduction targets. Utilise a number of tools to support this, from our sustainability dashboards powered by our Analytics Team at E15 Insights, FoodSteps for carbon labelling. By using intensity factors we can make better-informed choices at the point of our menu design, which can often be months in advance of a major event. Food Waste Management - Regular monitoring and development of strategies to enable our teams to better manage food waste. This is a challenging Communications - Directly liaise with client and the wider catering team to ensure that expectations are clear. Use structured, regular and consistent meetings as a key tool.
People
Culture - Work closely with the management team to develop and sustain a high level of focus and engagement around our sustainability goalsReview and Develop - Conduct regular reviews, being able to present to the client and up-to-date position within the year of the current measures taken, and impact of Carbon Reduction.
Financial & Business DevelopmentFinancials - awareness of the importance in balancing commercial & sustainable objectives within a complex large operationProduct development - Liaising with culinary and beverage teams to implement continuous product development and drive increased sustainable benefits across the venue. ...What we're looking forA naturally confident, subject matter expertManagement presence to engage with client, peers and functional specialists. Positive and passionate focus on Food & Beverage which drives a large chunk of Scope 3 emissions Excellent communication skills Structured approach but also demonstrates flexibility and agilityCalm and resilient. Not deterred by an 'unforeseen challenge' Problem solving skillsWilling to work evenings and weekends as required AreaEssentialDesirableQualificationsDegree in Environmental Management/Sciences/Carbon or an equivalentMember of an appropriate professional body such as IMEANutritional Qualification would be a benefitSkills and Abilities Skills and Abilities (Continued) Proven ability to lead, implement and deliver sustainability commitments on time & in budgetDemonstrate strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skillsHigh level of organisational skills and experience managing demanding projects simultaneouslyExcellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skillsAbility to influence others and manage relationshipsAbility to work cooperatively with peers to find common ground and solve problems quickly and effectivelyAbility to manage and prioritise competing demandsCan do attitude and solution focusedProven record of past events experience in a similar sustainability focused roleAbility to work in a fast-paced environment, under-pressure and with multiple tasksAbility to work independently to ensure alignment of the current operation to overall business goalsAbility to influence, communicate technical issues and provide leadership supportKnowledge and Experience Proven track record of achievement in the sustainability sector (e.g. Carbon Management) in partnership with multiple stakeholdersSubstantive industry experience within the sustainability sectorKnowledge of ISO implementation and carbon management Comprehensive understanding of sustainability in an event contextSubstantial project management experienceData management including proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Suite Experience in EventsPublic speaking and delivery of presentationsWhat you'll get in returnCompetitive salary with bonus and full company benefits23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, your birthday off, and a holiday purchase schemeHealthcare & wellbeing: Aviva Digicare, Medicash (dental, optical, therapy treatments)Mental health support: 24/7 Employee Assistance ProgrammeFamily benefits:2 days additional leave after returning from maternity leaveDay off for your baby?s first birthdayEnhanced family leavePerks & discounts:Shopping, entertainment, and travel discounts20% off Nuffield Health and 10% off PureGym membershipsFinancial wellbeing:Pension schemeLife AssurancePreferred rates on salary finance productsDevelopment opportunities:Professional subscriptionsOngoing training and structured career pathwaysMeals on duty includedWhy Join Us?Levy UK & Ireland is part of Compass Group, the worlds largest catering company, and a vibrant leader in hospitality.We believe in celebrating individuality and building inclusive teams where everyone feels they belong. Our diverse team fuels creativity, innovation, and excellence.We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join us in creating a supportive, empowering workplace where everyone can thrive.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.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!
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