Catering Manager - Didcot

Eurest; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Catering Manager to lead their dining services. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to create exceptional dining experiences while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. You will oversee daily operations, manage financial transactions, and support the culinary team, all while promoting a culture of innovation and quality. If you are looking for a role that balances professional growth and work-life harmony, this position is perfect for you. Join a team that values diversity and empowers its members to thrive in their careers.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Catering Manager role, preferably in contract catering.
• Strong financial understanding with experience in stock control.

Responsibilities

• Oversee breakfast, lunch, and vending services at the client's site.
• Ensure compliance with health and hygiene standards and manage financial transactions.

Skills

Catering Management

Health & Safety Compliance

Financial Management

Stock Control

Customer Service

Education

Experience in Catering Management

Job description

Catering Manager - Didcot

Up to £30,500 per annum (DOE)

Monday to Friday role

Are you passionate about food and ready for the next step in your career or are you looking for a better work-life balance? We’re looking for a Catering Manager who thrives on delivering outstanding food and exceptional dining experiences. If so, we have the perfect role for you working for our Eurest team at SNAP PLC.

As our Catering Manager, you’ll be responsible for overseeing the breakfast, lunch along with vending service at our client's site. At Eurest, we understand the power of food from super-fresh ingredients to cutting-edge dining spaces, our experience-led contract catering solutions are all about creating a positive impact.

Key responsibilities include but not limited to:

1. Comply with all client and company Health & Safety policies and procedures at all times
2. Ensure all displays, counters, and seating areas meet both company and legal health and hygiene standards
3. Provide support to the culinary team in the kitchen as needed
4. Complete, maintain, and update all Food Safety and Health & Safety documentation
5. Oversee and ensure the completion of mandatory training for all team members
6. Champion the implementation of all company and unit profit protection procedures
7. Conduct and supervise stocktaking procedures, minimizing waste risk
8. Actively promote and demonstrate in-depth knowledge of products to customers and clients
9. Manage all financial transactions during shifts, ensuring compliance with Profit Protection Procedures and proper documentation
10. Investigate and address any health and safety concerns
11. Supervise food preparation and production, ensuring adherence to brand standards
12. Ensure all company marketing materials are current and aligned with brand standards
13. Analyze and effectively manage unit costs
14. Monitor and manage gross profit (GP)
15. Ensure accurate input and maintenance of cost and sales records

About You:

1. Previous experience in a Catering Manager role, preferably within a contract catering environment
2. Proven ability to drive innovation and sales
3. Strong financial understanding, with experience in stock control and budget management

For more information about careers at Eurest and our benefits please visit: Careers at Eurest

Job Reference: com/0404/42426001/52730866/SU #Eurest

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!