Casual Events Catering Manager - London Stadium

Freemans Event Partners; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading event catering provider in London seeks a skilled Catering Manager to oversee operations at various venues. This fast-paced role involves managing staff, maintaining food safety standards, and ensuring exceptional customer service during events. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong leadership skills and a commitment to quality.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in catering management or food service.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily catering operations and ensure timely food preparation.
• Train and motivate catering staff to ensure high performance.
• Maintain high food quality standards and compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Food Safety Knowledge

Education

HACCP Certification

Job description

About the Job:

CASUAL EVENTS CATERING MANAGER - London Stadium and other exciting venues/ events!

Job Summary: We are looking for a skilled Catering Manager to oversee all operations of our catering unit, ensuring top-quality service, food standards, and customer satisfaction. The Catering Manager will lead and train catering staff, manage inventory, maintain food safety compliance, and coordinate service at events.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operations Management: Oversee daily catering operations, ensuring timely food preparation and smooth service at events.
• Staff Management: Train, assign tasks, and motivate catering staff, ensuring high performance and adequate coverage.
• Food Quality & Safety: Maintain high food quality standards, ensure compliance with food safety regulations, and conduct regular health and safety checks.
• Customer Service: Act as the main contact for clients, manage feedback, and address any concerns or special requests.
• Event Management: Coordinate event catering logistics, manage transportation, and handle setup and clean up.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in catering management or food service.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations; HACCP certification preferred.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks.

Work Environment: This is a fast-paced role that may require weekend and holiday hours, with some physical demands such as standing for long periods and lifting equipment.

This position is ideal for a dedicated professional with strong leadership skills and a commitment to quality, who can manage both people and operations to deliver exceptional catering experiences.

About Freemans Event Partners:

We provide high-quality bars and catering services for events, including festival bars, concerts, stadiums and sporting venues. We have long-standing partnerships with some of the biggest names in the event industry, including, Victorious and F1, as well as concert and sporting venues, including London Stadium and Twickenham Stadium.