Cambridge, England, United Kingdom
Talent Placement Manager @ Off to Work | Candidate Generation
Catering General Manager
Multi-outlets Operations
Contract Catering - Education Sector
Cambridge
Salary - £50,000 + Excellent Benefits
Are you an inspiring leader with a passion for great food and exceptional service?
We’re looking for a General Manager to lead a thriving multi-outlets catering operation in Cambridge, delivering outstanding experiences across three education sites and generating circa £2.5m+ in annual revenue.
You’ll oversee a team of around 40 staff, including experienced 3 Heads of Department, and ensure smooth, high-quality service for around 2,000 clients each day. From cafés and delis to dining halls, hospitality, and events, no two days are the same.
What You’ll Do
* Lead, mentor and inspire your teams to deliver excellent service across all sites.
* Manage a multi-million-pound operation with full accountability for quality, standards, and efficiency.
* Drive innovation & improvement, and deliver operational excellence & commercial success.
* Build strong relationships with school leaders and key stakeholders.
What We’re Looking For
* Experience in multi-site or high-volume contract catering (education sector an advantage).
* Strong commercial and financial management skills.
* A confident communicator & collaborator at all levels.
* A motivating leader who gets the best from their team.
* Passionate about food, service, and delivering excellence every day.
* Organised, adaptable, and hands-on with a strategic mindset.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected, growing hospitality group and make a real impact across a diverse and rewarding portfolio.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* General Business
* Management
* Strategy/Planning
Industries
* Caterers
* Food and Beverage Services
* Events Services
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Cambridge, England, United Kingdom
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