Catering Manager

Sun, Inc.; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading holiday organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a passionate Catering Manager to oversee catering operations. The successful candidate will ensure food quality and compliance with safety regulations while leading and motivating a team. The role requires strong leadership, organizational skills, and a commitment to maintaining high standards. Employees enjoy various benefits, including generous holiday discounts, comprehensive training, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Generous discount on holidays across parks

Discount on food and beverages

Free premium eye test voucher

Access to health and wellbeing discounts

Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted gym memberships

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in kitchen management and cooking.
• Ability to coordinate and inspire a team.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead food preparation and cooking to meet standards.
• Ensure quick and safe food service.
• Adhere to food safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Food safety knowledge

Team motivation

Communication skills

Job description

At Park Holidays UK, we recognise that our people are our most valuable asset. Our commitment to investing in employee training and development is reflected in our prestigious Gold Investors in People Award. If you are driven and have a passion for helping people realise their dreams, we want you on our team! Join us today!

Job Summary

Park Holidays UK is seeking a talented, motivated, and passionate Catering Manager to lead our catering operations. The ideal candidate will oversee all aspects of food preparation, presentation, and service, ensuring high standards of quality and compliance with food safety regulations. This role requires strong leadership, exceptional organisational skills, and the ability to motivate and manage a team effectively.

Job Duties

• Lead and work within a team to prepare, cook, and present food that meets organisational standards and customer expectations.
• Ensure that all food is prepared and served quickly, safely, and efficiently to fulfil orders and meet customer demand.
• Maintain consistent quality across all menu items, ensuring that food presentation aligns with the company’s marketing and promotional strategies.
• Adhere to food safety regulations and organisational policies, particularly in the preparation and production of food, while providing advice on allergens and ensuring procedures minimise risks.
• Implement and oversee a robust stock rotation procedure, limiting food wastage, and keeping accurate records to support budgetary targets.
• Monitor production yield, ordering processes, portion control, and costs to ensure that budgetary targets are achieved without compromising quality.
• Ensure that the appropriate team structure is in place to guarantee the smooth operation of the kitchen, while keeping staff motivated and productive.
• Ensure that all catering staff are adequately trained and updated on food preparation techniques, safety standards, and organisational procedures.
• Oversee procedures to ensure that all required stocks are available, of the right type and quality, and are well-managed to avoid shortages or excess.
• Develop and maintain contingency plans to address potential issues that could disrupt food service operations.
• Record all relevant information related to food preparation and production before and during service to ensure compliance and traceability.
• Ensure that customers receive clean, undamaged service items, condiments, and accompaniments, and that their dining areas are kept clean, welcoming, and well-maintained.
• Maintain a tidy, hygienic work area free from rubbish and food debris during service and ensure proper handling of equipment post-service.
• Regularly inspect and update food production arrangements, continually reviewing and refining procedures based on experience and arising issues during service.

Requirements

• Proven experience in cooking and kitchen management, with a strong background in leading and motivating a team.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to coordinate and inspire a team to achieve high standards.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, ensuring efficiency and quality in all operations.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices in catering and hospitality.
• Strong communication skills, capable of effectively interacting with staff, management, and customers.
• Ability to anticipate and address issues proactively, ensuring smooth and continuous kitchen operations.

We believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we are committed to investing in their training and development. We offer comprehensive training and support to help you succeed in your role and grow your career with us.

Benefits

At Park Holidays UK, you'll be part of an industry-leading organisation where you'll be challenged, inspired, rewarded, and empowered to grow. We pride ourselves on placing a high value on our team members — it’s one of the key things that sets us apart.

We’ll encourage you to bring your best every day, offering exciting opportunities, meaningful work, a supportive and collaborative environment, and plenty of room for professional development.

Employee Benefits at Park Holidays UK include :

• Generous discount on holidays across our parks
• Discount on all food and beverage items on park
• Free premium eye test voucher
• Access to the Help@hand app offering health, wellbeing, and retail discounts
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted gym membershipsEmployee referral scheme
• Sales referral scheme
• Free expert mortgage advice
• Company pension scheme