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Catering Manager - Loughborough
We are looking for an experienced
Catering Manager - Loughborough
We are looking for an experienced Catering Manager to lead the delivery of Catering services across site. You will ensure operational excellence, a positive safety culture, and compliance with all relevant standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure a safe environment and promote a strong safety culture.
* Manage all services to meet contractual, hygiene, and compliance standards (NHS, ISO, Food Hygiene).
* Lead, train, and develop a high-performing team, ensuring clear objectives and performance management.
* Build strong client relationships through effective communication and reporting.
* Control budgets, labour, and stock to meet financial targets.
* Conduct audits, address non-compliance, and drive continuous improvement.
* Use company systems to manage schedules, compliance, and reporting.
* Provide cover for other managers and supervisors as needed.
About You
* Proven experience in facilities or soft services management.
* Strong leadership and communication skills.
* Solid understanding of health & safety and compliance requirements.
* Confident managing teams in a demanding environment.
Essential
* Proven operational management experience within a catering environment with sound knowledge of procedural and legislative frameworks
* Advanced Food Hygiene Certificate Level 4.
* HACCP in practice.
* Excellent communication and team management experience.
* Sound financial acumen and experienced in managing budgets and growing sales
* Proven experience in managing direct teams to deliver high quality and customer service standards
* Computer literate and capable of using Microsoft packages
* Good standard of education
Benefits
We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
* Onsite free car parking
* Subsidised meals
* Contributory pension scheme
* Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
* Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
* Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
* Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
* Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
* Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
* Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
* You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
About Us
Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.
Job Reference: com/1507/43364001/52750585/SU #Defence
Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Management and Manufacturing
* Industries
Food and Beverage Services
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