Catering Logistics Driver

Manchester United Plc; Stretford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester United Plc is seeking a Catering Operations Assistant to support elite football programmes across training grounds, match venues, and club locations. You will ensure seamless delivery of meals, snacks, hydration products, and catering supplies to players and staff in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.

The role requires a full UK driving licence, excellent time management, and the ability to work early mornings, evenings, and weekends as fixtures demand.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence required.
• Experience in delivery, logistics, or catering/hospitality environments preferred.
• Ability to manage time effectively and work to schedules.
• Strong organisational and communication skills; professional conduct.

Responsibilities

• Deliver meals and catering supplies across training grounds, match venues, and club locations.
• Assist with transportation and setup of catering equipment and provisions.
• Work with chefs to ensure orders are accurate and delivered on time.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and report any issues promptly.
• Adhere to food safety, hygiene, and safety procedures in transit and storage.
• Support the catering team during busy periods and major events.
• Complete delivery records and assist stock movements as needed.

Skills

Driving licence

Delivery driving

Logistics

Time management

Organisation

Communication

Independence

Vehicle safety checks

Manual handling

Customer service

Job description

We are seeking a reliable and proactive Catering Operations Assistant to play a vital role in supporting our elite football programmes. Working across training grounds, match venues, and club locations, you will ensure the seamless delivery of meals, refreshments, and catering supplies to players and staff, helping to maintain the highest standards of service in a fast-paced, high-performance environment

Key Responsibilities

Catering Operations & Food Delivery

• Deliver meals, snacks, hydration products, and catering supplies to support the Men's First Team, Women's First Team, and Academy programmes.
• Ensure all food deliveries are completed safely, efficiently, and on time for training sessions, matches, travel, and events.
• Support the day-to-day operation of the catering department by assisting with food distribution across multiple club locations.
• Work closely with chefs and catering teams to ensure orders are delivered accurately and in line with operational requirements.
• Take responsibility for the smooth running of food delivery operations when required.
• Work flexibly, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends, to meet the demands of the football calendar.

Matchday & Training Ground Support

• Support matchday catering operations for the Men's First Team, Women's First Team, and Academy fixtures.
• Assist with the transportation and setup of catering equipment, food, and refreshments at training grounds and match venues.
• Ensure all deliveries are presented professionally and meet the expectations of elite sporting environments.

Vehicle & Equipment Responsibility

• Carry out routine checks of delivery vehicles to ensure they are clean, safe, and ready for operational use.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and organisation within vehicles used for food transportation.
• Report any vehicle or equipment issues promptly to ensure minimal disruption to service.

Food Safety & Compliance

• Adhere to all food safety, hygiene, and health & safety procedures when handling and transporting food.
• Ensure food is transported and stored in accordance with required temperature and quality standards.
• Report any incidents, concerns, or compliance issues to the Catering Operations Manager.

Operational Support

• Respond to last-minute operational requirements, schedule changes, and urgent delivery requests.
• Support the wider catering team with additional duties during busy periods and major events.
• Help maintain a consistently high standard of service across all catering operations.

Administrative Duties

• Complete delivery records, vehicle logs, and other operational paperwork as required.
• Assist with stock movements and inventory tracking where necessary.
• Support the Catering Operations Manager with general administrative tasks relating to department operations.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Full UK driving licence with a safe and responsible driving record
• Experience in delivery driving, logistics, catering, hospitality, or customer service environments
• Excellent time management and ability to work to strict schedules
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to load, unload, and transport catering equipment and supplies safely
• Good communication skills and a professional manner when interacting with venue teams and colleagues
• Ability to work independently and use initiative while on the road
• Knowledge of vehicle safety checks and basic maintenance procedures
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and adapting to changing operational requirements
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to delivering high standards of service

Personal Qualities

• Positive, can-do attitude
• Flexible approach to working hours, including evenings and weekends
• Team player who supports wider catering and events operations
• Physically fit and capable of manual handling tasks
• Professional appearance and customer-focused mindset

Desirable

• Previous experience delivering to sporting events, hospitality venues, or large-scale events
• Familiarity with stock control and inventory management
• Experience driving vans and handling catering equipment