Are you an experienced Catering Manager looking for a fresh challenge in a role where your leadership and creativity can make a real difference?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected not-for-profit organisation delivering high-quality food services to a vibrant care and community setting.
CATERING MANAGER
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £36,400 per annum
Hours: 40 hours per week (Mainly Monday to Friday, with some weekend work required)
Location: Harrogate (5-minute walk from Starbeck Station)
We're looking for someone who is organised, hands-on, and passionate about delivering excellent service. You'll be confident managing teams, developing menus, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations - all while maintaining the highest standards of hygiene and safety.
What you'll be doing as Catering Manager:
Lead a professional and efficient catering service across two sites and a commercial kitchen
Work closely with chefs to manage ordering, safe storage, and quality of food supplies
Design flexible, innovative menus to meet the needs of residents, tenants, visitors, and external customers
Support catering for Meals on Wheels, the café, day centre, meeting rooms, and community hub events
Oversee hygiene, health and safety, and environmental health compliance across all catering activities
Plan rotas and staffing to ensure adequate cover and smooth service
Provide hands-on and back-up support in the kitchen with prep work and cooking when required
Be involved in catering for special events and seasonal celebrations
Monitor catering budgets and work with senior managers to ensure cost-effective service delivery
Lead, support, and motivate catering staff, creating a positive and productive team environment
What we're looking for:
Previous experience managing a catering service, ideally within care, hospitality or community settings
A strong understanding of food hygiene regulations and health & safety standards
Experience planning menus and managing food budgets
Hands-on kitchen / cooking experience
Excellent team leadership and communication skills
A proactive, flexible approach and a genuine passion for quality food and service
Driving licence and own transport
Benefits include:
Free on-site parking
Paid breaks and lunch provided free of charge
Handy transport links (5 mins from Starbeck station)
State-of-the-art facilities
Group and 1-to-1 wellbeing sessions
Long service recognition
Referral bonuses
Uniform provided
Access to WPA healthcare plan
Blue Light Card - hundreds of high street discounts
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who wants to lead a valued team and make a lasting impact in a caring, community-focused environment.
How To Apply: Include an up to date CV which displays your experience.
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