Catering Manager
Oakham
45 hours a week
£40,000-£45,000
Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and energetic Catering Manager to lead our catering operations with passion and precision. In this pivotal role, you will oversee all aspects of catering services, ensuring exceptional food quality, outstanding customer experiences, and seamless event execution. Your leadership will inspire a dedicated team to deliver memorable culinary experiences
Role Responsibilities:
* Efficient management of The Restaurant and Coffee Shop including kitchen and front of house teams.
* To lead, motivate, and develop a team of up to 60 staff, ensuring consistently high standards of food preparation, exceptional service, and outstanding customer care.
* Driving high‑quality food preparation by ensuring every dish meets our company standards and complies fully with current legislation.
* Deliver an outstanding, unforgettable level of service that consistently delights our customers.
* Efficiently order supplies, manage stock levels, and minimise wastage to keep operations running smoothly and sustainably.
* Manage staffing with confidence and clarity — overseeing rotas, holidays, and absences to ensure the team is always fully supported and the operation is consistently well‑covered.
* Play a key role in building a brilliant team by supporting the hiring process and helping to train and inspire new staff.
Experience
* Extensive hands-on leadership experience across both front and back of house operations, gained in a fast‑paced, high‑quality restaurant, catering, or retail hospitality environment.
* A driven, hands-on manager or supervisor ready to take the next big step in your career
* Someone who delivers exceptional customer service, excels in back-office management, and thrives in a customer‑facing setting.
* Proven success in high‑volume operations, confidently maintaining standards and efficiency during peak trading times.
* Strong staff management skills, with experience in recruitment, training, and building high‑performing teams.
* Excellent interpersonal and leadership abilities, enabling smooth coordination between kitchen teams and front of house.
* Full understanding of food hygiene regulations and all relevant Health & Safety legislation.
* A sharp eye for cost control, budgeting, profitability, and operational efficiency.
* A genuine passion for food, with enthusiasm to contribute to menu development and the creative evolution of our dining offer — both in existing venues and exciting future concepts.
* Strong experience in purchasing and stock control, ensuring smooth operations and smart resource management.
* Exceptional organisational and time‑management skills, keeping the team and the business running efficiently even during the busiest periods.
* Confident Microsoft skills, including Outlook, Word, and Excel, to support effective communication and streamlined admin processes.
* A true passion for food — previous chef experience isn’t essential, but enthusiasm, curiosity, and a love of great dining are an absolute must