Catering Manager - Skelmersdale

Dine Contract Catering; Skelmersdale; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Catering Manager to lead dining services in Skelmersdale. This role offers the opportunity to create exceptional dining experiences while promoting sustainability and working with local suppliers. You will be responsible for managing food service operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and driving innovation within the team. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and thrive in a dynamic environment, this position is perfect for you. Join a company that values diversity and empowers its employees to reach their full potential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Catering Manager role, ideally in contract catering.
• Strong financial understanding and ability to manage budgets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee breakfast, lunch, and dinner service, ensuring high standards.
• Manage financial transactions and compliance with health and safety.

Skills

Catering Management

Culinary Skills

Financial Management

Health & Safety Compliance

Stock Control

Customer Service

Education

Experience in Catering Management

Culinary Experience

Job description

Catering Manager - Skelmersdale

Up to £33,000 per annum (DOE)

Monday to Friday role, however the site operates 24/7 therefore flexibility will be required.

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.

As our Catering Manager, you’ll be responsible for overseeing the breakfast, lunch, and dinner service along with vending and hospitality at our client's site. At Dine we offer a personalised approach to our clients, whilst delivering outstanding service. Our passion lies in creating great-tasting menus, promoting sustainability, and proudly working with local suppliers and communities.

Key responsibilities include but are 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. Culinary experience is a must for this role
3. Proven ability to drive innovation and sales
4. Strong financial understanding, with experience in stock control and budget management

For more information about careers at Dine Contract Catering and our benefits please visit: Careers at Dine Contract Catering

Job Reference: com/0804/99836001/52731634/SU #DINE

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!