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We are currently seeking a Managing Director to head up Meals & More a registered charity on a full-time permanent basis reporting to the Chair of the Board of Trustees for Meals & More.
Meals & More transforms the school holidays by supporting the provision of healthy meals and enriching activities through trusted community partners. We collaborate with holiday clubs across the UK with a particular focus on areas of financial and social depravation. These clubs ensure that children (and their carers) have a safe environment to grow and thrive we believe that every child matters and deserves a good start in life not only at school but throughout the year. Celebrating 10 years in 2025 Meals & More was founded by Brakes (now Sysco GB) and continues to benefit from their strong partnership as our largest funder.
The Managing Director is responsible for the day-to-day management strategic growth and direction of Meals & More together with the line management of the Meals & More team (currently 3 colleagues). In addition the Managing Director provides support and is accountable to the Board of Trustees is responsible for oversight of the finances and reporting systems. The Managing Director works closely with the Meals & More Trustees Meals & More colleagues the Sysco GB network as well as both current and potential Delivery Partners and Corporate Supporters throughout the UK and Ireland. Relationships with stakeholders of all types including MPs is also key.
The Managing Director will drive awareness and support for Meals & More in all areas from public engagement to partner and delivery partner relations. The Managing Director will lead on the development of Meals & Mores strategy as well as the day to day running of the charity.
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About you:
To be successful in this role you will have previous experience of the charitable landscape and the issues around child poverty and knowledge or experience of fundraising including grants (giving and receiving). You will have leadership experience and be passionate and flexible with a genuine commitment to making a difference. You build strong authentic relationships and are willing to collaborate openly with partners clubs and your team. You are optimistic and solutions-focused leading with warmth and integrity inspiring a team that truly embodies the collaborative optimistic and authentic spirit of Meals & More.
Bringing an understanding of the school catering local authority and holiday provision landscape is desirable.
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Additional Information :
At Brakes everyone is welcome. We dont want you to fit our culture we want you to help define it and we actively celebrate the unique talents of each and every colleague. We dont just look at your CV were more focused on who you are and your potential. As part of our values we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone has a voice is appreciated and has the same opportunities. We work hard to ensure that everyone feels part of our business as we care for one another and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. Our ultimate goal is to ensure that everyone belongs and thrives at Brakes and we recognise that Brakes can only thrive when everyone feels they belong. Well do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process speak to our resourcing team who will be happy to support you.
Brakes
Built on a passion for food and feeding the nation we are the UKs largest foodservice supplier. Every day Brakes deliver the highest quality fresh and frozen food and ingredients from our nationwide network of distribution centres to some of the nations most famous pubs and restaurants as well as schools caterers care homes and hospitals. Our customers depend on us and our 8000-strong workforce is dedicated and proud to be part of this vital provision. And were growing!
Remote Work :
Yes
Employment Type :
Full-time
Remote