Job Description
Job Title: Catering Manager
Department: Catering
Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week including evening and weekend working
Salary: £31,383 per annum including evening and weekend enhancements
Responsible to: Supply Chain Manager
Job Summary
To lead the catering team to provide a high quality and varied catering service to patients, visitors, and staff, always working within the guidelines included in the Catering Operational Procedures, exceeding statutory standards, and always putting the patient first. This position requires a hands-on approach to leadership, excellent communication with both staff and patients, and the ability to adapt to the hospital's needs.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Lead the kitchen and catering teams, ensuring high performance and efficient operations.
• Work closely with the Supply Chain Manager to meet operational and budgetary goals.
• Ensure consistent quality in food preparation, presentation, and service for patients, staff and visitors.
• Work in line with food safety procedures, including HACCP guidelines, ensuring that dietary restrictions and allergy requirements are met.