Assistant Catering Manager

Chartwells Independent; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in Barnstaple is looking for an experienced Assistant Catering Manager to oversee catering operations for Defence. The ideal candidate will ensure kitchens run smoothly while delivering outstanding customer service. Responsibilities include managing team performance, handling inventories and budgets, and supporting staff training. The role promises career growth opportunities in an inclusive environment that values diversity and individual contributions.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Experience managing teams.
• Ambitious and motivated individual looking to upskill.

Responsibilities

• Liaise between the team and manager to exceed expectations.
• Motivate the team to maintain productivity.
• Assist with managing inventories and budgets.
• Manage tills and process payments.
• Support and train teams, leading by example.
• Handle paperwork when required.

Skills

Exceptional customer service

Team management

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Motivation

Job description

We're recruiting an experienced Assistant 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 Defence on a full time basis, contracted to 37.5 hours per week.

As an Assistant 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.

Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: Relief coverage

Could you shine as Defence's next Assistant Catering Manager? Here's what you need to know before applying:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Liaising between the team and manager to ensure we continually exceed expectations
• Motivating the team to keep everyone on task
• Assisting the manager with managing inventories, monitoring budgets and implementing action plans
• Managing the tills and processing payments
• Supporting and training our teams, leading from the front to make sure everyone can excel in their role
• Assisting with paperwork when required
• Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image

Our ideal Assistant Catering Manager will:

• Be passionate about exceptional customer service
• Have previous experience in a similar role
• Have experience managing teams
• Have excellent communication and organisational skills
• Be an ambitious and motivated individual who is always looking to upskill

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.

Job Reference: com/0212/95443001/52769551/R/BU #Defence

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!