What you’ll be doing… As a Catering Manager you will proactively manage teams on site as well as be accountable for recruiting, inducting, training, and supporting colleagues to deliver an efficient, high-quality service to Elior UK, our customer and clients. Motivating and managing a team of 15 (1 x Chef, 14 x General Assistants) Oversee and participate in the preparation, cooking, and serving 800 (approx.) fresh, high-quality meals while ensuring consistency and portion control. Prepare and cook nutritionally balanced seasonal menus that meet dietary, medical, or ethnic requirements Controlling and managing a budget Accountable for ensuring ongoing team communications, including building internal and external relationships, management reporting and client liaison to enable operational excellence Accountable for COSHH, Food Safety, H&S, legal regulations, environmental policies and duty of care to customers and colleagues Working Pattern: Monday - Friday | 7:30am - 3:00pm | 37.5 Hours Per Week | Term Time Only | Fixed Term Contract (6 Months) What can you bring? Proven leadership ability with a proactive, hands-on approach Genuine interest in customer service excellence Focused on the front line Catering experience essential with chef skills 2 years’ experience as Head Chef or Sous Chef ready for their next step Business Acumen: Good understanding of P&L accounts, budgeting, and cost-control measures. Certifications: Level 2 or 3 Food Safety & Hygiene is standard This is a temporary position for 6 months covering long term sickness.