General Catering Manager - Silverstone

Compass Group; Towcester; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a General Catering Manager at a prestigious venue, where you'll lead a fine dining restaurant that delivers exceptional culinary experiences. This role offers the chance to work in a luxury environment, managing operations, financials, and guest experiences. Your leadership will inspire a team dedicated to maintaining the highest standards while staying on trend with culinary innovations. This is an exciting opportunity to combine your passion for fine dining with a world-class brand, creating unforgettable moments for guests in a thrilling location.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in high-end restaurant management.
• Strong background in financial controls and P&L management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations ensuring exceptional service.
• Maintain financial control and monitor profitability.

Skills

Team Leadership

Financial Management

Guest Service Excellence

Culinary Trends Awareness

Education

Experience in Fine Dining

Background in Restaurant Management

Job description

General Catering Manager

Up to £45,000 per annum (DOE)

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday with occasional evenings and weekends for business needs.

Are you passionate about delivering exceptional dining experiences to compliment the Porsche brand in a world-class environment? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, luxury setting where every detail matters? If so, we have the perfect role for you at the iconic Porsche Experience Centre at the Silverstone Racing Circuit!

As the General Catering Manager, you will lead our fine dining restaurant, offering an extraordinary culinary experience that complements the adrenaline and excitement of the Porsche brand. You'll be responsible for overseeing the delivery of exquisite, luxury cuisine to our guests, creating unforgettable moments and elevating their visit to a new level.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and Manage: Oversee day-to-day operations of the restaurant, ensuring smooth service, exceptional standards, and outstanding guest experiences.
• Financial Management: Maintain excellent financial control, monitoring budgets, profitability, and cost efficiencies to ensure the financial success of the restaurant.
• Brand and Trend Alignment: Ensure the restaurant stays on-brand, delivering a dining offer that is both innovative and on trend with the latest gastronomic movements.
• Guest Experience Excellence: Ensure that every guest feels like a VIP, receiving top-tier service and a truly memorable dining experience.

About you:

• Proven experience in a high-end restaurant or hotel setting, with a strong background in managing fine dining operations.
• Solid understanding of financial controls, P&L management, and budget optimization.
• A passion for maintaining brand integrity while staying ahead of culinary trends to offer a premium dining experience.
• Excellent team leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and develop staff.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of something special, combining high-end food, an incredible brand, and a thrilling location. Your expertise could be the key ingredient in creating unforgettable experiences for our guests.