Catering Manager - Lead High-Volume Service & Growth

Compass Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider in the UK is seeking an experienced Catering Manager to oversee catering operations at client locations. You will ensure exceptional food quality, maintain compliance with hygiene standards, and manage a high-performing team. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience in catering management and strong leadership skills. Join a well-regarded company that values diversity and offers great career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Free meals

Contributory pension scheme

Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

Health benefits

Exclusive travel discounts

Discounts on groceries

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards for spending

Free wellness and mindfulness classes

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience managing catering operations ideally in a busy, high-volume site.
• Strong leadership, communication, and client relationship skills.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, costs, and performance targets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all catering operations to meet objectives.
• Build strong client relationships through communication.
• Manage budgets effectively to achieve profit targets.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing catering team.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food hygiene standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Client Relationship Management

Budget Management

Food Safety Legislation

Tools

Digital Catering Systems (EPOS)

Job description

A leading catering service provider in the UK is seeking an experienced Catering Manager to oversee catering operations at client locations. You will ensure exceptional food quality, maintain compliance with hygiene standards, and manage a high-performing team. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience in catering management and strong leadership skills. Join a well-regarded company that values diversity and offers great career growth opportunities.