General Catering Manager - Kettering

Eurest; Kettering; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 43,000; Full time

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Company benefits package

Job summary

General Catering Manager role at Eurest for a brand-new Amazon catering operation in Kettering. 40 hours per week with a salary of £42,000 per annum DOE. You will drive food quality, service standards and financial performance while building a high-performing team.

Responsibilities include leading the catering team, managing food delivery, ensuring safety and compliance, and developing menus to delight staff. A dynamic, customer-focused hospitality professional will thrive here.

Qualifications

• Experience as Catering Manager or General Manager or similar leadership role.
• Strong people management and team development skills.
• Excellent financial and commercial awareness.
• Knowledge of food safety and health & safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and develop the catering team.
• Manage all aspects of food service delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety, and company standards.
• Control budgets, costs, and stock to meet financial targets.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and clients.
• Drive menu development and service improvements.
• Monitor performance and implement actions to maximise results.

Skills

People management

Financial awareness

Food safety knowledge

Operational excellence

Customer service focus

Job description

£42,000 per annum (DOE)

General Catering Manager – Kettering

40 Hours Per Week

£42,000 per annum (DOE)

We are looking for an experienced and passionate General Catering Manager to lead a brand-new catering operation at Amazon in Kettering. This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven hospitality professional to take ownership of a high-profile site, delivering outstanding food and service while building and developing a successful team.

About The Role

As General Catering Manager, you will be responsible for the overall management of the catering operation, ensuring exceptional customer service, financial performance, food quality, and compliance standards. You will play a key role in creating a positive dining experience for employees while driving innovation and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and develop the catering team.
• Manage all aspects of food service delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety, and company standards.
• Control budgets, costs, and stock management to achieve financial targets.
• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders and clients.
• Drive innovation, menu development, and service improvements.
• Monitor performance and implement action plans to maximise results.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in a Catering Manager, General Manager, or similar leadership role.
• Strong people management and team development skills.
• Excellent financial and commercial awareness.
• A passion for food, customer service, and operational excellence.
• Knowledge of food safety and health & safety legislation.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £41,760 per annum (DOE).
• Opportunity to lead an exciting new operation.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• A supportive and dynamic working environment.
• Company benefits package.

Join us and help create an exceptional workplace dining experience in Kettering.