Location: Vimy and Heles Barracks ITC, Catterick Garrison
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Job Ref: 634230
We’re looking for a permanent Catering Manager to take charge of our catering operations — ensuring top-quality food, outstanding customer service and smooth day-to-day running of the kitchens.
In this role, you’ll oversee the planning and coordination of all catering services, manage budgets and supplier relationships and ensure full compliance with health and safety standards. You’ll also lead and inspire a dedicated team, driving excellence across every aspect of the service.
Security clearance is essential. To be considered for this position, you must have lived in the UK for at least the last 5 years.
What’s in it for you:
Work-life balance in hospitality.
Free uniform and on-site parking.
Excellent local transport links.
Access to our Employee Benefits App – online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme, and hundreds of discounts (including your weekly shop!).
Company benefits: life assurance, pension contributions, generous holiday entitlement (with the option to buy more), and more.
Career growth – we love to promote from within and offer apprenticeships and training to help you thrive.
A day in the life of a Catering Manager:
Lead and coordinate daily catering operations and events, ensuring high standards and contract compliance
Deliver excellent food quality and presentation
Manage and motivate catering staff, including recruitment, training and scheduling
Provide outstanding customer service and handle client feedback professionally
Oversee budgets, stock control and supplier relationships
Ensure full compliance with food hygiene, health & safety and licensing regulations
You’ll be set up for success if you have:
Proven experience in large catering or hospitality management
Strong leadership and organisational skills
Excellent communication and customer service abilities
Knowledge of food safety standards (e.g. HACCP)
Budgeting and cost control experience
If you are applying for this role and you already work for Aramark, you must notify your line manager before submitting your application.
About Aramark UK
We’re proud to be a Disability Confident and Forces Friendly employer, holding the ERS Gold Award. We value diversity and inclusion and provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
If you’re ready to bring your skills and personality to a team that values you, apply today and show us what you can do!
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