Healthcare Catering Manager - Patient-Focused Dining

Pertemps; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Birmingham seeks a Catering Manager to oversee the delivery of high-quality catering services. You will manage daily operations, ensure compliance with food safety standards, and lead a dedicated team to provide exceptional service to patients and staff. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in catering management and relevant qualifications in food service management.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in catering management, ideally within healthcare or similar regulated environments.
• Ability to manage budgets and deliver cost-effective solutions.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and supervise daily catering operations across patient, staff, and visitor services.
• Ensure menus meet nutritional requirements and special dietary needs for patients.
• Maintain strict adherence to food hygiene, health & safety, and infection control standards.
• Recruit, train, and manage catering staff.
• Manage budgets, control costs, and monitor stock levels.

Skills

Catering management experience

Knowledge of food safety legislation

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Budget management

Education

Relevant qualifications in catering, hospitality, or food service management (e.g., NVQ Level 3+, City & Guilds)

Job description

A healthcare service provider in Birmingham seeks a Catering Manager to oversee the delivery of high-quality catering services. You will manage daily operations, ensure compliance with food safety standards, and lead a dedicated team to provide exceptional service to patients and staff. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in catering management and relevant qualifications in food service management.