Catering ManagerLocation:Nottingham, NG2 1LTSalary: Up to £35,000 per annumHours: 7:00-15:30Shifts: Across Monday to SundayDriving licence requiredPurpose of the RoleEnsure efficient preparation and timely service of all meals to Sodexo standards, maintaining high levels of cleanliness, hygiene, and client satisfaction.Key ResponsibilitiesManage catering services across main and satellite sites.Cook meals from scratch, including English and international cuisines.Meet dietary requirements and comply with Natasha's Law/PPDS allergen rules.Control unit financial performance and meet budgeted targets.Lead, train, and develop staff; manage performance and apply HR policies.Oversee rota management, holidays, and payroll (KRONOS).Ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety, and statutory regulations.Order stock, manage inventories, and complete accurate stock takes.Maintain hygiene and cleanliness throughout the unit.Complete operational systems: Eprophit trading, DRIVe menu management, due diligence records.Manage cash handling, banking, safe checks, and security of all Sodexo-controlled areas.Organise hospitality catering, including occasional out-of-hours support.Support AM/Asst. AM and provide cover for holidays and sickness.Manage vending operations for customer satisfaction and profit optimisation.Key AccountabilitiesMaintain strong working relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.Uphold Sodexo service standards and service level agreements.Ensure full compliance with company policies and statutory obligations.Respond to incidents (accidents, theft, unfit food, etc.) and complete required reports.Hold regular client meetings and act on feedback.Person SpecificationQualifications & ExperienceNVQ Chef or HND/HNC in Hospitality (preferred).Working towards Food Safety Level 3.Full driving licence.Experience in catering management and team leadership.Budget and financial management experience.Skills & CompetenciesStrong communication and interpersonal skills.Good financial and IT literacy.Ability to work under pressure and maintain high hygiene standards.Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.Self-motivated, proactive, and flexible.Why Sodexo?Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater.Belongin a company and team that values you for you. Actwith purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions.Thrivein your own way.We also offer a range of perks, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing supportAn extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life's larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeingAccess to a 24hr virtual GP ServiceSodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular big-brand retailersSave for your future by becoming a member of the Pension PlanOpportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development toolsBike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fitSodexo UK and Irelands enhanced benefits and leave policiesA little more about Sodexo:At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all.As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer.We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities.We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, SoTogether, Generations and Origins.We're a Disability Confident Leader employer.We're committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.Clickhereto read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.Ready to be part of something greater?Belong in a team, thrive in service.Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications