Caterplus – More Than a Meal, It’s a Community
At Caterplus, we don’t just serve food – we create warm, welcoming spaces where the over‑55 community can connect, share, and enjoy great company over delicious meals.
Earlsdon Park Retirement Village is looking for an experienced Full‑Time Catering Manager to lead its catering service in Coventry.
This is a hands‑on role. You will be close to the day‑to‑day operation, leading the kitchen team, supporting front of house and helping to deliver functions and events across the village. Some days will be about planning, rotas and stock. Other days, you may step into service, support the bar or help the team through a busy lunch.
The right person will be a confident manager who knows how to keep standards high without losing the personal touch. Residents, visitors and guests should feel welcome, well looked after and in safe hands.
What You’ll Be Doing
You will take responsibility for the smooth running of the kitchen, bar and front‑of‑house areas.
* Leading, supporting and developing the catering team.
* Maintaining strong food and service standards across the village.
* Supporting functions, resident events and hospitality services.
* Managing rotas, labour control and stock ordering.
* Keeping food safety, due diligence and health & safety records accurate and up to date.
* Coaching team members and helping them build confidence in their roles.
* Building good working relationships with residents, colleagues and stakeholders.
* Creating a welcoming, professional and resident‑focused service.
* Stepping into the kitchen or front‑of‑house operation when the team needs support.
What Can You Bring?
* Solid experience in hospitality, catering or a care setting.
* Previous management experience in hospitality, catering or a similar environment.
* Strong leadership and organisational skills.
* A good understanding of food safety, compliance and due diligence.
* Confidence managing functions and resident events.
* The ability to coach, motivate and support a team.
* Clear communication and a calm approach under pressure.
* A genuine focus on service, residents and the overall guest experience.
What We Offer
* Company benefits package.
* Opportunities for development and progression.
* A supportive working environment.
* The chance to make a real difference in a resident community.
* Free, tasty meals while you work.
* Flexible working, including part‑time roles.
* 28 days of holiday, increasing to 31 days after two years.
* Paid volunteering days.
* Career development and learning opportunities.
* Financial security through pension schemes and life assurance.
* Exclusive discounts on entertainment, leisure and travel.
This role would suit someone who enjoys being visible, involved and part of the service. Someone who can lead from the front, keep standards on track and help create a warm hospitality experience for the people who live at Earlsdon Park.
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