Salary: £ £17.85 per hour
Grade: H
Contract: Relief
Hours: Various available
Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire - Harrogate Convention Centre
Weekend Working: Yes
The Role
This is a varied role working within the in-house Catering Operation, Matchams.
We manage a substantial number of events throughout the year from retail catering to high-profile Gala Dinners meaning no two days are the same. This a fantastic opportunity for someone seeking a varied and exciting role. This role will include shift work so a flexible approach is required.
The responsibilities of the role include:
Food Service
* Ensuring that the client expectations of hospitality food and food service are consistently delivered in line with the HCC Standards.
* Continually monitoring the service and food provided at events and where necessary giving feedback to the Catering Supervisor/ service team to ensure the food and service is of the highest quality and in line with client requirements and the HCC standard.
* To contribute with the team to ensure the service is provided in a professional and timely manner.
Financial
* Understanding and interpreting the financial control systems relevant to Catering and use the information to measure performance and work with the Operations Manager to achieve Catering financial targets.
What you will bring
The ideal candidate will ideally have previous experience in a similar environment and will have a passion for hospitality. Self-motivation, strong communication and time management skills are essential for this role.
No two events are the same, so a resilient, positive and flexible attitude is essential.
You will ideally:
* Experience of managing in the catering / hospitality industry is essential to be able to meet the demands of this role
* Experience in managing a team to deliver operations in a high volume catering environment
* Knowledge of food safety regulations – qualifies to at least level 2 in food safety, but must be willing to progress to level 3
* Experience of managing catering in the event sector would be an advantage
Contact and Apply
If you are interested in learning more about our opportunity, please email: for an informal conversation.
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Key Dates:
Closing Date: 28th September 2025
Interview Date: Week commencing 6th October 2025
Key Documents:
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Job Description
NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies.
We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to this commitment.
North Yorkshire Councils' purpose is to deliver services and facilities to the diverse residents and visitors of North Yorkshire. To ensure we deliver inclusive services we strive to have a diverse workforce where everybody can be themselves by respecting differences and embedding equality of opportunity. We celebrate diversity and recognise each other's contributions; we therefore welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
Casual Catering Event Manager
Salary: £ £17.85 per hour
Posted: 09/09/2025
Closing date: 28/09/2025
Closing time: 23:59