Job Opportunity: Catering Manager Location: Carlisle- CA1 3NQ Salary- £35,000 Per annum Shift pattern- Monday-Friday 06:00-14:30 (occasional flexibility required to support with operational needs) Must have access to their own vehicle to commute between sites. Sodexo is seeking a dedicated and experiencedCatering Managerto lead catering and vending operations across two sites in Carlisle. This role is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated professional with strong leadership, financial, and culinary management skills to join a global leader in quality of life services. Key Responsibilities: Lead the planning, preparation, and delivery of all catering and vending services in accordance with service level agreements and client expectations. Oversee a dual-site operation, ensuring consistency and high standards across both locations. Ensure compliance with food safety, health, and hygiene regulations, particularly regarding allergens and dietary requirements. Manage staff training, performance, and discipline in line with company procedures. Maintain accurate financial records, including payroll, budgeting, and banking for vending services. Support the implementation of new food offerings and operational changes. Organise hospitality catering as required, including occasional out-of-hours events. Maintain inventory control and supplier compliance. What We’re Looking For: Experience within a similar role Basic culinary/Chef qualifications. Proven experience in catering management and leading operational teams. Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets and reporting. Effective trainer and coach with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Highly organised, self-motivated, and flexible with a proactive approach. Strong IT and numerical skills. Core Competencies: Leadership & People Management Client & Customer Satisfaction Innovation and Change Commercial Awareness Employee Engagement A little more about Sodexo: At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all.As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services. We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer.We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities.We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, SoTogether, Generations and Origins. We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer.We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.