Catering Manager - Tadcaster

Chartwells Independent; Tadcaster; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Catering Manager to lead a team in Tadcaster. This role involves delivering exceptional culinary experiences while managing client relationships and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills, with a focus on quality and results. Join a company that values your contributions and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including career development opportunities and exclusive discounts. Be part of a team that thrives on diversity and empowers individuals to reach their full potential.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

Digital GP access

Travel discounts

Food shop discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards

Wellness and exercise classes

Discount sharing with friends and family

Qualifications

• Experience in contract catering within a business and industry environment.
• Strong communication and leadership skills to motivate the team.

Responsibilities

• Develop strong relationships with clients and maintain high service standards.
• Prepare high-quality food and ensure cleanliness in the kitchen.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Client Relationship Management

IT Literacy (MS Office)

Job description

Catering Manager - Tadcaster

Up to £29,232 per annum (DOE)
Monday - Friday 7am - 3pm

We currently have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Catering Manager to join our team in Tadcaster. You will be providing outstanding service to the staff and customers whilst guiding and motivating your team to be the best they can possibly be. As the Catering Manager, you need to be commercially aware, with the presence and personality to influence the day-to-day business. You'll maximise the performance of your team, leading by example and setting high standards.

You will enhance sales and provide our customers with great service. You will need to build an excellent relationship with the client, making sure their needs as well as contractual needs are met to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop and sustain strong working relationships with the client
• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
• Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness in the modern kitchen and front of house environment
• Ensuring the correct use of all kitchen machinery and equipment
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations
• Completing weekly bookwork and reports
• Stock taking and ordering

Services include: Breakfast, lunch, Hospitality and Vending

About you:

• Possessing excellent culinary skills complemented by prior experience in contract catering within a business and industry (B&I) environment.
• Excellent communication & leadership skills, able to engage and motivate others
• Experience in managing client relationships
• Quality and process-driven with a particular focus on delivering results
• IT literate (MS Office and emails)
• Business management within a kitchen environment

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Unwind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

About Us

As part of Compass, you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.

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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!