Salary: £45000 per annumShift hours: Full TimeReady to lead, inspire, and deliver unforgettable food experiences?We’re looking for a dynamic Catering Support Manager who thrives in fast-paced environments and loves variety. This is not your typical 9–5 role, you’ll be at the heart of our catering operations and events, stepping in where you’re needed most to ensure everything runs seamlessly. From energising teams to delighting clients, you’ll play a vital role in bringing our standards to life and making every service exceptional.This role combines operational leadership, event coordination, team management, and financial oversight — perfect for someone who enjoys variety, responsibility, and making an impact.What you’ll be doing:Oversee day-to-day catering operations across multiple sitesEnsure food quality, presentation, and hygiene standards are consistently metSupervise teams, manage rotas, and coordinate shiftsMonitor stock levels, place orders, and control wasteEnsure compliance with health & safety and food safety regulationsPlan and deliver catering for events (corporate, private, conferences, etc.)Liaise with clients to understand requirements, menus, and expectationsManage event setup, service delivery, and breakdownCoordinate staffing, logistics, and timelines for successful eventsHandle on-the-day challenges to maintain seamless serviceBuild strong client relationships and ensure high satisfactionRespond to feedback and resolve issues professionallyComplete operational and financial reporting, including KPIsSupport budgeting, cost control, and P&L accountabilityEnsure compliance with company policies and maintain accurate recordsWhat you’ll need to succeed:Proven experience in catering and event managementStrong leadership and team management skillsExcellent organisational and multitasking abilitiesFlexibility to work across locations, including evenings and weekendsStrong communication and customer service skillsSolid knowledge of food hygiene and health & safety standardsA proactive, solutions-focused mindset with attention to detailAbility to manage budgets, control costs, and deliver against targetsConfidence working in fast-paced, high-volume environmentsFood Safety/Hygiene certification (Level 2 or above)Hospitality or Catering Management qualification (preferred)If you love creating structure but thrive in variety, enjoy motivating teams to deliver their best, and are passionate about service excellence — you’ll fit right in.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 schemeGrow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmesQuick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefitsExclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many moreSave money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many moreUp to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbusterReceive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brandsUn-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classesYou can share all discounts and offers with your friends and familiesAbout UsAs part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.Job Reference: com/0904/43030001/52802016/SU #GrazingCompass 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!Reference: com/0904/43030001/52802016/SULocation: London