Catering Manager

Compass Group PLC; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in East Grinstead is seeking a detail-oriented Catering Manager to oversee operations with a strong emphasis on compliance and stock control. You will manage catering stock orders, ensure policy compliance, and lead a team to deliver excellent service across various settings. This role offers opportunities for career growth and extensive employee benefits.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

Digital GP access

Travel discounts

Grocery discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards

Wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes

Qualifications

• Proven management experience in catering or food service.
• Strong understanding of compliance, audit processes, and stock management.
• Comfortable using internal systems, training provided.

Responsibilities

• Manage catering stock orders and accurate month-end account closures.
• Ensure compliance with policies, HACCP, and Health & Safety regulations.
• Conduct and action internal audits.

Skills

Catering management

Compliance understanding

Audit processes

Stock management

Excellent communication

Team leadership

Tools

SAP

WAMS

Job description

Overview

We’re seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Catering Manager to lead catering operations with a strong emphasis on compliance, stock control, and audit readiness.

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage catering stock orders, stock takes, and accurate month-end account closures
• Ensure full compliance with Compass policies, HACCP, and Health & Safety regulations
• Conduct and action internal audits (Origami)
• Monitor and control cost of goods (COGs) and ensure use of approved suppliers
• Work closely with the General Manager and Military teams to ensure smooth operations
• Drive adherence to all Profit Protection processes

Qualifications

• Proven management experience in catering or food service
• Strong understanding of compliance, audit processes, and stock management
• Excellent communication and team leadership skills
• Comfortable using internal systems (e.g. SAP, WAMS – training provided)
• Experience in cost control and delivering operational improvements

Benefits

• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Unwind with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families