Catering Manager

TN United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in quality of life services is seeking a Catering Manager to oversee operations across two sites in Carlisle. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and financial management skills, along with culinary qualifications. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional to join a global leader.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role required.
• Proven experience in catering management.
• Strong financial management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead catering operations across two sites.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations.
• Manage staff training and performance.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Acumen

Culinary Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organisational Skills

IT Skills

Education

Basic Culinary/Chef Qualifications

Job description

Job Title: Catering Manager

Sodexo is seeking a dedicated and experienced Catering Manager to lead catering and vending operations across two sites in Carlisle. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for a motivated professional with strong leadership, financial, and culinary management skills to join a global leader in quality of life services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning, preparation, and delivery of all catering and vending services in accordance with service level agreements and client expectations.
• Oversee a dual-site operation, ensuring consistency and high standards across both locations.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, health, and hygiene regulations, particularly regarding allergens and dietary requirements.
• Manage staff training, performance, and discipline in line with company procedures.
• Maintain accurate financial records, including payroll, budgeting, and banking for vending services.
• Support the implementation of new food offerings and operational changes.
• Organise hospitality catering as required, including occasional out-of-hours events.
• Maintain inventory control and supplier compliance.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience within a similar role
• Basic culinary/Chef qualifications
• Proven experience in catering management and leading operational teams
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets and reporting
• Effective trainer and coach with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Highly organised, self-motivated, and flexible with a proactive approach
• Strong IT and numerical skills

Core Competencies:

• Leadership & People Management
• Client & Customer Satisfaction
• Innovation and Change
• Employee Engagement

About Sodexo:

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services, and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and are a forces-friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with diverse experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We also encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability Network, SoTogether, Generations, and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer, committed to changing attitudes towards disability and ensuring disabled people have the opportunity to fulfill their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the job.