Assistant Catering Manager

Navolio-Limited-Off-to-Work; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Benefits

Job summary

Prestigious Corporate Operations Contract Catering in Central London is seeking an experienced Assistant Catering Manager to lead operations across Retail, Café & Grab & Go, Hospitality, VIP Dining and Events. You will support the Catering Manager, managing a team of 20-25 and ensuring exceptional customer experiences while upholding high service standards.

Experience in B&I contract catering, multi-site environments, and strong leadership abilities are essential for delivering seamless

Qualifications

• Experience as Assistant Catering Manager or Catering Manager in B&I Contract Catering.
• Proven ability to manage catering operations across Retail, Café, Hospitality and Events.
• Experience in multi-site or complex environments desirable.
• Strong leadership, organisation, and client relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day catering operations across Retail, Café & Grab & Go, Hospitality, VIP Dining and Events.
• Coordinate the visitor journey with Catering, Guest Services, Facilities and Housekeeping.
• Plan and manage logistics across multiple locations.
• Support VIP hospitality and high-profile events.
• Lead by example and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Catering operations management

Multi-site management

Customer service

Team development

Job description

Assistant Catering Manager

Prestigious Corporate Operations Contract Catering

Central London

£45,000 + Excellent Benefits

Monday to Friday | 25 Days Holiday + BH

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Assistant Catering Manager to join one of London's most prestigious corporate catering operations.

Supporting the Catering Manager, you'll play a key role in delivering catering services across a prestigious 5buildings, serving around 1,500 customers daily through Retail, Café & Grab & Go, Hospitality, VIP Dining and Events. Leading a team of 20-25, you'll help deliver exceptional customer experiences while maintaining the highest operational standards.

This is a hands-on leadership role within a professional, detail-driven environment where discretion, precision and an understanding of formal service standards are essential. You'll build strong client relationships while embracing the culture and values of this high-profile organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day management of catering operations, overseeing theRetail, Café & Grab & Go, Hospitality, VIP Dining and Event services.
• Coordinate the visitor journey, working closely with Catering, Guest Services, Facilities, and Housekeeping teams to ensure seamless operational delivery.
• Plan & manage the logistic service delivery across multiple locations.
• Support the planning and delivery of VIP hospitality and high-profile events.
• Lead by example, motivate the team & drive continuous improvement.

About You

• Previous experience as an Assistant Catering Manager or Catering Manager within B&I Contract Catering.
• Proven experience managing a catering operation, with strong operational knowledge across Retail, Hospitality and Events.
• Experience within a multi-site or complex environment is highly desirable.
• An engaging leader with excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to build strong relationships.
• Passionate about delivering exceptional customer service, developing teams and continuously improving standards.

Applicants must have lived in the UK for at least five years, have the right to work in the UK and be eligible for BPSS clearance.