Assistant Catering Manager

Gather & Gather UK; Warwick; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Catering Manager who is dedicated to delivering exceptional food experiences and outstanding customer service. In this part-time role, you will oversee catering operations, manage team dynamics, and ensure smooth kitchen and service counter operations. The company values its employees and offers numerous benefits, including operational training, personal development opportunities, and a comprehensive wellbeing strategy. Join a team that celebrates individuality and rewards those who strive for excellence in their catering career.

Benefits

Great operational training and development

Life assurance scheme

Personal development and training opportunities

Comprehensive wellbeing strategy

Regular social events

Holiday purchase scheme

Access to high street discount vouchers

Free on-site gym

Local free company-provided transport

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role with a focus on customer service.
• Ability to manage and motivate teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Liaising between the team and manager to exceed expectations.
• Managing inventories and monitoring budgets.

Skills

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 CH&CO on a part-time basis, contracted to 32 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 employees who go beyond the plate.

Working with us has its perks! We value our people and offer a range of benefits and development opportunities:

• Great operational training and development
• Life assurance scheme
• Personal development and training opportunities
• A comprehensive wellbeing strategy, including access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Regular social events and communication with our leaders
• A holiday purchase scheme
• Access to high street discount vouchers
• Free on-site gym
• Local free company-provided transport

Here's an idea of your shift patterns: 4 out of 7 days.

Could you shine as CH&CO'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 ensure everyone can excel in their roles
• 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
• Possess excellent communication and organisational skills
• Be ambitious and motivated, always looking to upskill

Job Reference: com/1704/48192001/52734143/BU #Gather and Gather

CH&CO, part of Compass Group UK&I, is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and has equal opportunities to advance. We celebrate diversity and aim to build a culture that respects and values the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered, and to thrive—because diversity is our strength!