Catering Manager - PWG Barracks Location: PWG Barracks Salary: £30,419 per annum Hours: 35 hours per week Compass Group UK&I - ESS Defence Sector Are you a passionate leader with a flair for food service and team management? We’re looking for an experienced Catering Manager to oversee operations at PWG Barracks. Working closely with the General Manager, you’ll ensure top-quality food, service, and compliance across all units. Key Responsibilities: Ability to assist culinary teams within the kitchen when required Lead and support catering teams across multiple locations Manage budgets, inventories, and operational KPIs Ensure accurate end-of-week/month accounts and internal audits Drive customer satisfaction and identify growth opportunities Maintain high standards in food quality, health & safety, and team training What We’re Looking For: Minimum 2 years of management experience in catering or a similar field Culinary background Strong leadership, communication, and financial skills A passion for great food and outstanding service Organised, motivated, and ready to inspire others 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: 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. 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!