Group Catering Manager

Dine Contract Catering; North Kesteven; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in North Kesteven is seeking a Group Catering Manager to lead operations across multiple sites. The role requires strong leadership skills, a culinary background, and experience in catering management. You will oversee catering operations, manage budgets, and build relationships with clients, all while ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 2 years' experience and have the ability to drive business performance. Join us in providing outstanding service to our clients with a focus on sustainability and local sourcing.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years' experience in multi-site catering management.
• Culinary background is essential.
• Valid driving license and an active driver.
• Experience in driving a business forward by building relationships with clients.
• Financial acumen for managing a P&L.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all catering operations to meet objectives.
• Build strong client relationships through communication and reviews.
• Manage budgets effectively to achieve profit targets.
• Lead and develop a high-performing catering team.
• Support the team during peak service demand.

Skills

Catering management

Relationship building

Financial management

Team leadership

Data analysis

Job description

We are seeking a Group Catering Manager to join our Dine team. As the Group Catering Manager you will need to be energetic, innovative, professional and strategically driven to properly plan for the business needs. You will need to have an organised approach towards work. This role will oversee 1 large site 4 days a week and oversee 3 smaller sites in the local area 1 day a week.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all catering operations to meet contractual, financial, and service objectives.
• Build strong client relationships through regular communication, performance reviews, and innovation.
• Manage budgets effectively, controlling labour, food, and operating costs to achieve profit targets.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing catering team with a focus on engagement, retention, and progression.
• Step into the kitchen to support the team during periods of annual leave, absence, or peak service demand.
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and food hygiene standards, including HACCP and audit requirements.
• Use data and KPIs to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years' experience multi-site catering management level.
• Culinary background essential.
• Valid driving license and active driver.
• Experience in driving a business forward building relationships with clients.
• Demonstrable financial acumen applicable for the role requirements in managing a P&L.

Personality behind every plate

Dine provides tailored food services to 140 clients in the business and industry sector. With over two decades of industry experience, we pride ourselves on offering a personalised approach to our clients, whilst delivering outstanding service. Our passion lies in creating great-tasting menus, promoting sustainability, and proudly working with local suppliers and communities. That's why our menus feature only locally sourced, seasonal, and sustainable ingredients with a target of reaching Climate Zero by 2030.