Sustainability Manager

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Job Introduction

Join Our Team as a Maternity Cover Sustainability Manager and Help Us Serve a Greener Future!

Are you passionate about the planet and ready to bring sustainable change to the world of food? Do you dream of a role where your eco-conscious ideas directly shape how a business operates? If so, we're looking for someone to carry forward our green mission as the interim Sustainability Manager at Restaurant Associates

We believe catering can be delicious and sustainable. We're on a mission to transform the way we source, serve, and dispose of food-minimising waste, reducing our carbon footprint, and creating lasting partnerships with suppliers who share our values. As our maternity cover Sustainability Manager, you'll play a crucial role in keeping these efforts thriving, helping us deliver unforgettable culinary experiences with a conscience.

What You'll Do:
• Green Strategy & Innovation: Drive our existing sustainability initiatives and work with our teams to meet ambitious goals for eco-friendly catering.
• Sustainable Sourcing: Continue partnerships with responsible suppliers to bring local, organic, and seasonal ingredients to the table.
• Waste Warrior: Lead our food waste reduction efforts and maintain recycling and composting practices across operations.
• Energy Efficiency: Support energy-saving practices and water usage reduction strategies, making every event as eco-friendly as possible.
• Packaging Pioneer: Oversee eco-friendly packaging solutions, phasing out single-use plastics and embracing compostable, reusable options.
• Engagement & Advocacy: Inspire clients, partners, and our team to stay committed to sustainable practices, showcasing our efforts in every interaction.

Our ideal Sustainability Manager:

• Recent graduate of a degree related to the Environment & Sustainability
• Knowledge and passion for sustainability including subject matter expertise.
• Confident in communicating to large groups of people and controlling challenging meetings/conversations.
• Work experience in the foodservice industry would be welcomed.
• Must be willing to travel and stay away from home occasionally
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrates Compass values and recognition principles
• Ability to quickly gain credibility with key stakeholder groups
• Professional, organised, presentable, efficient and self-motivated
• A passion for keeping up to date with research and national health events
• Excellent presentation skills
• Excellent IT skills
• Ability to manage a busy diary independently.

Why Join Us?
• Impact: Your role will directly shape our eco-friendly operations and inspire clients to think green.
• Purpose: Be part of a team that's not only passionate about food but also committed to the planet.
• Team Spirit: Work in a supportive, dynamic environment that values your expertise and appreciates the role of sustainability in every catering experience.

This is an exciting maternity cover opportunity to lead and maintain a vibrant sustainability mission. Apply today and help us make a difference-one sustainable meal at a time!