Area Manager Catering

Ineïs; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in the UK is seeking an Area Catering Manager to oversee multiple garden centre locations and coffee shops. This role involves ensuring outstanding food service standards, motivating teams, and fostering strong partnerships with suppliers. Ideal candidates will have multi-site management experience, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for fresh food. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered.

Benefits

20% employee discount

Subsidised meals

32 days annual holiday

3% contributory pension scheme

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing multiple catering sites.
• Self-motivated and resilient with prioritization skills.
• Hands-on leadership approach with a passion for food.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations across multiple sites.
• Inspire and coach catering teams to high service standards.
• Monitor and improve quality and service.

Skills

Multi-site management experience

Strong communication skills

Inspirational leadership skills

Financial understanding

Passion for customer service

Organisational skills

Job description

We are recruiting an Area Catering Manager to work with a fantastic team covering a portfolio of Garden Centres & Retail coffee shops. Due to continued business growth an exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Chef Manager to join the team. Geographically, you will support the catering operations manager covering sites across the north of their portfolio.

About The Role

As Area Catering Manager, you'll oversee between 6-10 sites within garden centres and retail coffee shops, ensuring every location not only meets but exceeds customer expectations. You'll report into a supportive and experienced Operations Manager and play a vital role in shaping daily operations and leading talented teams. Your enthusiasm for food, service excellence, and people development will be key to your success.

What You'll Be Doing

• Overseeing the day-to-day operations in multiple sites from the East Midlands to Hull
• Building strong, trusted partnerships with suppliers and senior management
• Inspire, motivate, and coach catering teams to deliver the very best in food service standards
• Act as a vital link between sites and Head Office functions such as HR, Accounts, and Purchasing
• Monitor site performance and drive continual improvements in quality and service
• Quickly resolve problems to keep operations running smoothly and efficiently
• Provide additional Cover at sites as required

What We're Looking For

• Proven multi-site management experience in catering or chef management
• Self-motivated, resilient, and highly organised; with an understanding of how to prioritise effectively
• A passion for fresh, locally sourced food and delivering exceptional customer service
• Inspirational leadership skills with the ability to unite and develop teams
• Strong communication skills, both internally and client-facing
• Sound financial understanding, with experience of producing reports
• A hands-on, solutions-focused approach - someone who leads by example
• A genuine passion for developing others and nurturing success across multiple sites

Whats On Offer For This Exciting Area Manager Role

• Salary linked to experience plus car, phone, laptop
• 20% employee discount across all brands
• Subsidised meals in the restaurant
• 32 days annual holiday (including Bank holidays) that increases in line with length of service
• Extra day off for your birthday
• 3% Contributory pension scheme
• Opportunities to progress and play a key role in training & development
• Working hours: 45 hours per week with occasional weekend working

Why Join?

You'll be part of a company that truly values a people-first approach, working in a supportive, non-corporate environment where you can really make an impact. If you're ready to lead with passion, drive excellence, and grow your career, we'd love to hear from you!