Catering Manager

Eurest UK; Frimley; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent catering company in Frimley is seeking a dynamic Catering Manager to lead teams and build strong client relationships. The role involves ensuring high standards of food quality and service delivery, managing budgets, and driving improvements. The ideal candidate will possess experience in contract catering, strong leadership skills, and a focus on customer experience. This position offers a competitive salary and an excellent work-life balance with a Monday-Friday work schedule.

Benefits

£38,000 per annum

Monday-Friday working pattern

Access to an onsite gym

Opportunity to work with a global brand

Qualifications

• Previous experience in contract catering is highly desirable.
• A confident, hands-on leader with a strong people focus.
• Commercially minded, able to analyse data and drive improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of chefs and front-of-house staff.
• Ensure Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) compliance.
• Manage budgets and commercial targets.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Management

Client Relationship Management

Data Analysis

Job description

At Eurest, we are the experts in workplace catering, operating in over 700 workspaces every day. We know that fuelling employees throughout the day can help to sharpen their thinking, nourish their bodies and minds and ultimately, motivate them to perform at their best. Our workplace food experiences are driven by our promise to live more sustainably and responsibly, working towards our goal of net zero by 2030. We're people‑powered at Eurest.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and develop a team of chefs and front‑of‑house staff to deliver exceptional food and service
• Take full accountability for Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) compliance and financial performance
• Manage budgets, costs, and commercial targets, using data to make informed, strategic decisions
• Build strong client relationships, attending client meetings and producing monthly reporting packs
• Maintain high standards across food quality, service delivery, and customer experience

Qualifications

• Previous experience in contract catering is highly desirable
• A confident, hands‑on leader with a strong people focus
• Commercially and strategically minded, with the ability to analyse data and drive improvements
• Professional, organised, and comfortable working directly with senior clients

Benefits

• £38,000 per annum
• Monday‑Friday working pattern - excellent work‑life balance
• Access to an onsite gym
• Opportunity to work with a global brand in a high‑profile corporate environment

If you're a dynamic Catering Manager who thrives on leading teams, building client relationships, and delivering excellence every day, we'd love to hear from you.