Catering Unit Manager - Lead Kitchens & Service

Targetsrepresenting Compass Group Uk&i; Ewelme; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great benefits

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I, CH&CO, is recruiting an experienced Catering Manager to oversee all catering and service operations for CH&CO on a full-time basis (40 hours per week). You will ensure kitchens and counters run smoothly, deliver exceptional food experiences, and drive customer satisfaction across all shifts.

The role requires a passion for great food, at least two years of catering experience, and proven team leadership.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years in catering
• Experience leading teams in a similar role
• Strong customer service focus
• Solid financial acumen and budget awareness

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food to standard and safety guidelines
• Supervise culinary and catering teams to maintain service excellence
• Oversee unit catering operations, inventories, budgets, and action plans
• Monitor KPIs with line manager and report progress
• Represent CH&CO / Compass Group UK&I and uphold brand image
• Identify opportunities for new concepts to drive sales
• Facilitate communication between customers and service teams
• Train and develop teams, lead by example
• Implement and review Health & Safety standards across teams

Skills

Catering experience

Team management

Customer service

Financial acumen

Education

NVQ Level 1 & 2

City & Guilds 706/1 and 2

Job description

Compass Group UK&I, CH&CO, is recruiting an experienced Catering Manager to oversee all catering and service operations for CH&CO on a full-time basis (40 hours per week). You will ensure kitchens and counters run smoothly, deliver exceptional food experiences, and drive customer satisfaction across all shifts.

The role requires a passion for great food, at least two years of catering experience, and proven team leadership.