Catering Manager: Lead Kitchens & Service Excellence

Compass Group UK; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I is seeking an experienced Catering Manager to oversee all catering and service operations on a full-time basis, contracted to 40 hours weekly. You will ensure kitchens and service counters run smoothly, delivering exceptional food experiences and world-class service.

You will lead culinary and catering teams, manage inventories and budgets, monitor KPIs, uphold Health & Safety standards, and drive new food concepts to boost guest satisfaction and sales while representing the

Qualifications

• Two years of catering experience required.
• NVQ Level 1 & 2 or City & Guilds 706/1 and 2.
• Basic Food Hygiene certificate is required.
• Strong financial acumen and budgeting experience.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious food to the highest standards.
• Supervise culinary and catering teams to deliver impeccable food and service.
• Oversee in-unit catering operations, inventories and budgets.
• Communicate with line manager to monitor KPIs and targets.
• Represent Compass Group UK&I and maintain brand image.
• Identify opportunities for new food or service concepts to drive sales.
• Train and lead teams to excel in their roles.
• Implement and review Health & Safety standards.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Financial acumen

Team leadership

Education

NVQ Level 1 & 2 or City & Guilds 706/1 and 2

Basic Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

Compass Group UK&I is seeking an experienced Catering Manager to oversee all catering and service operations on a full-time basis, contracted to 40 hours weekly. You will ensure kitchens and service counters run smoothly, delivering exceptional food experiences and world-class service.

You will lead culinary and catering teams, manage inventories and budgets, monitor KPIs, uphold Health & Safety standards, and drive new food concepts to boost guest satisfaction and sales while representing the