Catering Manager - Salford, Greater Manchester

Lexington Catering; Salford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contract catering company in Salford is seeking a Catering Manager responsible for leading on-site teams and delivering high-quality service. Key duties include team management, budget control, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in contract catering and a passion for customer service. This role offers a supportive work environment and numerous beneficial perks.

Benefits

FREE On-Site Lunches

Flexible Working

Holiday Allowance

Family Leave

Paid Charity Leave

Career Progression

Wellbeing Benefits

Life Assurance & Pension

Exclusive Discounts & Perks

Qualifications

• Previous management experience within contract catering is desirable.
• Proven experience in successfully managing a team.
• Demonstrating a strong interest in customer service excellence.

Responsibilities

• Motivating and managing a team.
• Controlling and managing a budget.
• Ensuring compliance with legal regulations.

Skills

Team motivation and management

Budget management

Effective communication

Compliance with regulations

Customer service excellence

Self-motivation and innovation

Job description

Catering Manager - Salford, Greater Manchester

About Lexington

Lexington is an award-winning contract caterer focused on providing great food and service to customers. We aim to create an environment where our team members feel engaged, inspired, valued, and enjoy their work.

Role Overview

As a Catering Manager, you will proactively manage on-site teams and be responsible for recruiting, inducting, training, and supporting colleagues to deliver efficient, high-quality service to Elior UK, our customers, and clients.

Responsibilities

1. Motivating and managing a team
2. Controlling and managing a budget
3. Ensuring effective team communication, building relationships, management reporting, and client liaison to enable operational excellence
4. Ensuring compliance with COSHH, Food Safety, H&S, legal regulations, environmental policies, and duty of care
5. Proven experience in successfully managing a team
6. Demonstrating a genuine interest in customer service excellence
7. Being a strong team player, confident, and positive
8. Self-motivated and innovative
9. Previous management experience within contract catering is desirable

Working Pattern

• 5 out of 7 days
• 40 hours per week

Benefits

• FREE On-Site Lunches: Enjoy delicious, healthy meals every day
• Flexible Working: Balance work and personal life with flexible hours
• Holiday Allowance: Starting at 28 days, increasing to 31 days after two years
• Family Leave: Support during important family moments
• Paid Charity Leave: Volunteer for causes close to your heart
• Career Progression: Opportunities for growth and development
• Wellbeing Benefits: Access mental health support and wellbeing resources
• Life Assurance & Pension: Secure your future
• Exclusive Discounts & Perks: Savings on entertainment, leisure, and more, plus cycle-to-work scheme

Why Work With Us

At Lexington, we celebrate creativity, boldness, and fun, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We nurture talent and help our people thrive and reach their potential.