Catering Operations Manager — Corporate Meetings

Aramark Ltd; Preston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted meals on shift

Free on-site parking

Life assurance

Pension contributions

Generous holiday entitlement

Apprenticeship schemes

Job summary

Aramark Ltd in Preston is seeking a Chef Manager to oversee catering operations for corporate meetings and private functions. You will lead a team of nine, schedule rotas, control costs, and ensure food safety standards are met while delivering an outstanding client experience.

This full-time role offers shift patterns 06:00–20:00, 40 hours a week, with weekends on occasion. You will manage budgets, build client relationships, and drive profitability using company systems.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef Manager or in a similar role in hospitality.
• Strong leadership and staff management abilities.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and regulations.
• Flexible to work some weekends when events are booked.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a nine-person catering team.
• Plan, organise and execute catering services for corporate meetings and private functions.
• Monitor budgets, cost controls and profitability.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and quality standards.
• Build and maintain client relationships and coordinate logistics.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Budgeting

Customer service

Job description

Aramark Ltd in Preston is seeking a Chef Manager to oversee catering operations for corporate meetings and private functions. You will lead a team of nine, schedule rotas, control costs, and ensure food safety standards are met while delivering an outstanding client experience.

This full-time role offers shift patterns 06:00–20:00, 40 hours a week, with weekends on occasion. You will manage budgets, build client relationships, and drive profitability using company systems.