Job Summary
The Catering Manager at Wilson Vale is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the catering operation at a prestigious venue in Oxford. This permanent, full‑time position is based on a 40‑hour work week, with shifts on a rota between 6 am and midnight to accommodate special events. The role requires flexibility, commercial acumen, and a hands‑on approach to operations.
Salary: circa £40,000 per annum, plus TOIL system and benefits.
Responsibilities
* Deliver all hospitality services to the highest standard with a guest‑focused approach.
* Oversee day‑to‑day operations, ensuring all client requirements are met.
* Lead, motivate, and develop the team; foster a strong, food‑led service culture.
* Manage labour budgets, costs, and understand P&L accounts.
* Create bespoke hospitality offerings; strong food knowledge or chef background preferred.
* Provide exceptional customer service with excellent communication and organisational skills.
* Demonstrate creativity, innovation, and strong presentation skills.
* Proven experience managing successful teams in premium hospitality or a similar role.
* Able to work flexibly and thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment.
* Passionate about food, service excellence, and ongoing staff training and development.
* Local knowledge and experience in the area is advantageous.
Qualifications
• Experience in Hospitality Management with a track record of developing efficient, cost‑effective processes.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
• First‑class communication and organisational skills.
• Keen eye for detail and a proactive, commercially minded approach.
Perks
* Fun and inspiring working environment with excellent career development opportunities.
* Craft Works – free craft‑focused career development training programme.
* Paid training bespoke to you.
* Access to the Employee Assistance Programme – wellbeing is very important to us.
* Online employee benefits scheme – savings on everyday items.
* Birthday off each year after one year’s service.
* Enhanced maternity pay.
Wilson Vale is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We do not tolerate discrimination of any kind and support all our people across catering, operations and central support teams.
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level.
Job function: Management and Manufacturing.
Employment type: Full‑time.
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