Catering Manager

Edinburgh Woollen Mill; Alexandria; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A national retailer in Alexandria is seeking a skilled Catering Manager to oversee daily catering operations and lead a motivated team. This role requires proven experience in catering management within a fast-paced environment and strong leadership skills. Responsibilities include ensuring food safety, driving sales, and overseeing menu development, with a focus on operational excellence and customer satisfaction. Training is available for those lacking certain qualifications. Come be part of a growing business where you can truly impact the customer experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in catering management, ideally in a fast‑paced or high‑volume environment.
• Strong understanding of food hygiene, kitchen operations, and customer service.
• Leadership skills with the ability to manage, train and inspire a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate your team to deliver exceptional food and service standards.
• Manage daily catering operations, ensuring food safety, hygiene, and legal compliance.
• Drive sales and control costs to meet company targets and improve profitability.
• Oversee menu development, food quality, and presentation in line with brand expectations.
• Identify growth opportunities and improve margins.
• Provide training and development to your team.

Skills

Catering management experience

Food hygiene knowledge

Leadership skills

EPOS systems knowledge

Customer service

Education

Level 3 Food Hygiene

Job description

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Catering Manager to join our dynamic team at Antartex Village, Alexandria. As part of a forward‑thinking business, you’ll play a key role in delivering an outstanding food and customer experience in a fast‑paced, high‑volume catering environment.

Antartex Village is part of The Edinburgh Woollen Mill which is focused on delivering quality products, great value and excellent service levels. We are a major national retailer with over 200 retail stores ranging from High Street stores, Garden Centre concessions, Tourist stores and larger format Destination Stores.

This role combines strong kitchen and front‑of‑house management with commercial leadership, requiring a hands‑on manager with a passion for service, quality food presentation, and operational excellence.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and motivate your team to deliver exceptional food and service standards
• Manage daily catering operations, ensuring food safety, hygiene, and legal compliance
• Drive sales and control costs to meet company targets and improve profitability
• Oversee menu development, food quality, and presentation in line with brand expectations
• Use your business acumen to identify growth opportunities and improve margins
• Provide training and development to your team to encourage growth and high performance

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in catering management, ideally in a fast‑paced or high‑volume environment
• Strong understanding of food hygiene, kitchen operations, and customer service
• Leadership skills with the ability to manage, train and inspire a team
• Good knowledge of EPOS systems and stock/margin control
• Level 3 Food Hygiene preferred (training available if needed)

Join Antartex Village and be part of an exciting and growing business where you can make a real impact. If you’re passionate about retail and looking for a rewarding career opportunity in Alexandria, we would love to hear from you.

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