Catering Manager

Aramark; Worthing; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company is looking for an experienced Catering Manager to oversee operations at Worthing College. The role involves supervising daily activities, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, and mentoring staff. Candidates should have strong customer service skills and previous management experience. This full-time position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including training and employee assistance programs.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Defined contribution pension scheme

Access to Well-being Hub

Opportunities to attend in-house culinary events

Qualifications

• Strong background in customer service and management.
• Experience in food safety standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operations and manage unit staff.
• Implement and oversee financial and safety standards.
• Train and mentor team members for excellence.

Skills

Customer service

Previous management experience

Food Safety experience

Job description

Overview

Aramark UK are currently recruiting an experienced Catering Manager to join our team working at Worthing College, Worthing, BN14 9FD.

You will be responsible for overseeing the day to day running of the unit, preparing meals, delegating tasks to your team, and leading your team to success.

What we offer

• £28,000
• This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week
• Monday – Friday. Shifts range between 7.00am – 5pm
• 43 working weeks
• Full training and development opportunities
• Generous annual leave that increases in line with service, with the opportunity to buy extra days
• Defined contribution pension scheme and life assurance benefits
• Access to our employee benefits platform offering discounts at hundreds of retail and leisure providers, as well as our Well‑being Hub. This hub provides on‑demand, free access to a variety of resources, including guided meditations, workout videos, sleep aids, virtual GP appointments, and financial and mortgage advice
• Employee Assistance Programme and in-house Mental Health Champions
• FOOD! Opportunities to attend in‑house events and try the culinary genius of our teams (we are a food business after all!)

A day in the life of a Catering Manager

• Supervise and coordinate all activities within the unit.
• Ensure Implementation & Compliance of brand standards
• Maintain the company financial system including daily sales, food production and oversee site budget.
• Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed.
• Implement and maintain Health and Safety / Food safety standards within catering outlets.
• Smart scheduling of team scheduling and control of labour management
• Train, mentor, and evaluate staff performance.
• Handle customer feedback and special dietary requests.
• Hold and attend regular team meetings
• Provides cover at other UEL campus when needed
• Build strong client relationships within UEL

You will be set up for success if you have

• Customer service.
• Previous management experience in a similar environment.
• Food Safety experience

Job Reference

621437

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

About Aramark UK

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive. As a proud Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.

We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any accommodations or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – [e-mail]

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