General Manager, Multi‑Outlet Catering (Maidstone)

Aramark; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual leave

Employee benefits app

Life assurance

Pension contributions

Career development

Job summary

Aramark UK is seeking an exceptional General Manager to lead our catering operation at our site in Maidstone. You will oversee three catering outlets, a Costa Coffee franchise, and extensive cleaning services across the main site and five satellite locations in the Maidstone area.

The General Manager will drive operational excellence, customer service, and effective team leadership. This role offers a competitive salary (£44,000 DOE), generous annual leave, benefits app access, and clear career

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing large catering or facilities operations.
• Strong financial and budget management skills.
• Proven leadership of multi-disciplinary teams.
• Experience in regulated environments and safety standards.
• Excellent stakeholder management and client relations.

Responsibilities

• Own and be accountable for operational management and financial performance.
• Collaborate with Head Chef to manage stock levels and waste.
• Drive customer service excellence and use Marketing tools to boost sales.
• Ensure tariff and RRP compliance per policy.
• Oversee training, scheduling and performance reviews.
• Lead team Leaders and chefs; manage development and safety training.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Regulatory compliance

Team development

Operational management

Job description

Aramark UK is seeking an exceptional General Manager to lead our catering operation at our site in Maidstone. You will oversee three catering outlets, a Costa Coffee franchise, and extensive cleaning services across the main site and five satellite locations in the Maidstone area.

The General Manager will drive operational excellence, customer service, and effective team leadership. This role offers a competitive salary (£44,000 DOE), generous annual leave, benefits app access, and clear career