Catering Manager

Mitie Group plc.; Branston; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitie Group plc. is seeking an experienced Catering Manager to oversee on-site operations at B&Q, Burton upon Trent, ensuring high-quality home-cooked meals across all shifts.

You will cover cookingLunch in the chef's absence, manage a diverse team, handle food orders, stock control, and uphold food safety standards. You will contribute to day-to-day operations and long-term planning, including menu development and client relations, while coordinating with onboarding, promotions and KPI reviews

Qualifications

• Experience in catering management and team leadership.
• Ability to oversee on-site operations and menu planning.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and allergen management.
• Experience with stock control and food orders.
• Ability to manage on-site cover and staff scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the unit and ensure high-quality meals.
• Assist with on-site cover as needed.
• Staff scheduling using Mitie's Workplace Plus system.
• Food ordering, deliveries and stock control using Mitie's Saffron System.
• Food safety and allergen management.
• Menu creation and promotions for standardized menus across sites.
• Attend engagement meetings and KPI reviews with clients.
• Handle cash control, safe checks and banking.

Job description

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Catering Manager to oversee the smooth operation of facilities on-site, ensuring the delivery of high-quality home-cooked meals across all shifts. You will be responsible for Cooking Lunch in the chefs absence, managing a diverse team, food orders, stock control, and maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene. The successful candidate will play an integral role in both day-to-day operations and long-term strategy, including menu planning and client relations.

Team & Operations Management

Oversee the day-to-day operations of the unit, ensuring the team is running efficiently and providing high-quality meals. Assist with on-site cover as needed.

• Staff Scheduling:Create and manage staff rotas using Mitie's Workplace Plus system.
• Food Ordering & Stock Control:Manage food orders, deliveries, and stock control using Mitie's Saffron System.
• Food Safety & Allergen Management:Ensure adherence to food safety regulations and allergen control. Government allergen training required (can be provided).
• Menu Creation & Promotions:Assist with the creation of menus (standardized across 6 sites) and help plan theme days and promotions to engage customers.
• Client Relations:Attend colleague engagement meetings and monthly KPI meetings to discuss performance and client relations.
• Financial Management:Handle cash control, safe checks, and banking responsibilities.

Pay Rate: £16.39 Position: Permanent Contract Type: Full Time Hours: 40 Location: B&Q, Burton Road, Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire, England, DE14 3FN

Sunday 9pm through to Friday 7pm (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Nights)