Catering Manager

ISS Facilities Services; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading workplace management company is seeking an experienced Catering Manager to oversee all aspects of catering operations in Bristol. The role involves managing meal production, ensuring compliance with standards, and leading a team to deliver exceptional service. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in hospitality, a Level 3 Food Safety certification, and strong leadership skills. This is a permanent position offering a dynamic work environment focused on innovation and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in hospitality and food production.
• Level 3 Food Safety certification is required.
• Ability to work unsupervised and lead catering operations.

Responsibilities

• Organise and manage all aspects of catering operations for growth.
• Supervise meal production and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Maintain food quality and service standards using modern techniques.

Skills

Leadership skills

Hospitality experience

Budget management

Innovative mindset

Education

Level 3 Food Safety certification

Job description

Catering Manager

Contract: Government

Location: Bristol, BS1 5AH

Hours of work: 40

Contract Type: Permanent

Job Description

We are seeking a Catering Manager to lead and oversee all aspects of our catering operation. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to take ownership of strategic planning, ensuring growth and profitability while delivering exceptional food and service standards.

The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising meal production within budgetary guidelines, maintaining compliance with client, company, and statutory regulations, and driving innovation to keep the business aligned with current market trends.

Key Responsibilities

• Organise and manage all aspects of catering operations to achieve business growth and profitability.
• Supervise meal production within budgetary guidelines and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Maintain food quality and service standards using modern cooking techniques and trends.
• Develop and progress the business in line with high street and industry trends.
• Plan, coordinate, and order all food requirements in line with client numbers.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, actively seeking new business opportunities.
• Ensure prompt and efficient service of meals to company standards and client satisfaction.
• Monitor financial performance, maintain profitability, and ensure use of nominated suppliers.
• Oversee HSEQ compliance and manage health and safety standards.

Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications

• Proven experience in hospitality and food production.
• Level 3 Food Safety certification.
• Professional, clean, and well-presented appearance.
• Pleasant and engaging team player with leadership skills.
• Strong work history with minimal absence.
• Ability to work unsupervised and lead catering operations.
• Innovative mindset to introduce new initiatives to clients.

The Company

ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience.

Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it’s hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people.

We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #ISSGreatPeople #ISSTalent #PeopleMakePlace

ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer.

ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background.

We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government’s Disability Confident scheme.

Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work.

If you have any further queries regarding this role, please contact the Resourcing Team by emailing [e-mail]