Join Our Team as a Catering Manager!
Are you passionate about exceptional food and world-class customer service? We’re looking for an experienced Catering Manager to oversee all Compass Group UK&I catering and service operations for CH&CO. This is a full-time position, contracted for 40 hours per week.
As our Catering Manager, you will play a vital role in ensuring our kitchens and service counters run smoothly, delivering truly incredible food experiences. In return, you’ll have the chance to advance your catering career with a company that values its people, celebrates individuality, and recognizes those who go above and beyond.
Why Work With Us?
People are at the heart of everything we do! Here are some of the fantastic benefits and development opportunities we offer:
* Comprehensive operational training and development
* Life assurance scheme
* Personal Development and Training opportunities - we are passionate about our growing team
* A robust wellbeing strategy, including access to our Employee Assistance Programme
* Regular social events and open communication with our leaders
* A holiday purchase scheme
* Access to exciting high street discount vouchers
Your Shift Pattern
Here’s what your typical week will look like:
* Mon: Full-time (Days)
* Tues: Full-time (Days)
* Weds: Full-time (Days)
* Thurs: Full-time (Days)
* Fri: Full-time (Days)
* Sat: Off
* Sun: Off
Your Key Responsibilities
As a Catering Manager, you will:
* Prepare delicious food to the highest standards
* Supervise our culinary and catering teams to ensure impeccable food and customer service
* Oversee the efficiency of all in-unit catering operations, including managing inventories and budgets
* Communicate regularly with your line manager to monitor KPIs and targets
* Represent Compass Group UK&I and maintain a positive brand image
* Identify opportunities for new food or service concepts to drive sales
* Liaise between customers and our culinary and service teams to exceed expectations
* Support and train our teams, leading from the front to ensure everyone excels
* Implement and review Health & Safety standards for compliance across all teams
What We’re Looking For
Our ideal Catering Manager will:
* Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service
* Have a minimum of two years of catering experience
* Have experience managing teams in a similar role
* Hold an NVQ Level 1 & 2 or City & Guilds 706/1 and 2
* Possess a Basic Food Hygiene certificate
* Demonstrate strong financial acumen
* Exhibit excellent communication and organizational skills
* Be an ambitious and motivated individual eager to upskill
Our Commitment to You
At CH&CO, part of Compass Group UK&I, we are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can truly be themselves and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We celebrate the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want you to feel valued, empowered to reach your full potential, and thrive—because diversity is our strength!