Join to apply for the Catering Manager role at Dine Contract Catering Ltd. We’re recruiting an experienced Catering Manager who is passionate about exceptional food and world‑class customer service, and who can confidently oversee all Compass Group UK&I catering and service operations for DINE on a full‑time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week.
About the Role
As a Catering Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring our kitchens and service counters run smoothly and helping to deliver truly incredible food experiences. In return, you’ll have the opportunity to progress your catering career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.
Shift Pattern
* Mon: Full‑time (Days)
* Tues: Full‑time (Days)
* Weds: Full‑time (Days)
* Thurs: Full‑time (Days)
* Fri: Full‑time (Days)
* Sat: –
* Sun: –
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare delicious food to the highest standards
* Supervise culinary and catering teams to ensure we continue to deliver impeccable food and customer service
* Oversee the efficiency of all in‑unit catering operations, including managing inventories, monitoring budgets, and implementing action plans
* Communicate regularly with your line manager to monitor KPIs and targets
* Represent Compass Group UK&I and maintain a positive brand image
* Identify opportunities for new food or service concepts to drive sales
* Liaise between customers and our culinary and service teams to ensure we continue to exceed expectations
* Support and train our teams, leading from the front to make sure everyone can excel in their role
* Implement and review Health & Safety standards to ensure compliance across all catering and service teams
What We’re Looking For
* Passion for great‑tasting food and exceptional customer service
* Minimum of two years of catering experience
* Experience managing teams in a similar role
* NVQ Level 1 & 2 or City & Guilds 706/1 and 2
* Basic Food Hygiene certificate
* Strong financial acumen
* Excellent communication and organisational skills
* Ambitious and motivated, always looking to upskill
Company & Culture
Dine provides tailored food services to 140 clients in the business and industry sector. With over two decades of industry experience, we pride ourselves on offering a personalised approach to our clients, whilst delivering outstanding service. Our passion lies in creating great‑tasting menus, promoting sustainability, and proudly working with local suppliers and communities. That’s why our menus feature only locally sourced, seasonal, and sustainable ingredients with a target of reaching Climate Zero by 2030. Our secret ingredient – our people!
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Equal Opportunity
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!
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