Mobile Catering Manager: Lead Menu & Team

Manchester Arndale; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking an experienced Catering Operations Manager to lead the contract catering at the Manchester Arndale site. You will oversee a diverse team, develop menus for events, ensure service excellence, and maintain safety and regulatory standards.

The role requires a Level 3 in Catering & Hospitality with strong leadership, budgeting, and vendor management skills. You will drive client satisfaction while controlling costs in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership skills with the ability to lead, mentor and motivate a team.
• Understanding of budgeting, cost control and financial management.
• Excellent customer service and client relationship abilities.
• Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office tools.
• Experience managing contract catering operations and teams.

Responsibilities

• Create seasonal menus for the site and events.
• Oversee staff to ensure client needs and compliance with safety and company requirements.
• Train team on menus, procedures, etiquette, safety standards and regulations.
• Recruit staff to meet workload demands.
• Manage budgets for food, equipment, staffing and operations.
• Establish relationships with vendors for best pricing and quality.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Customer service

Excel

Staff development

Education

Level 3 Catering & Hospitality

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking an experienced Catering Operations Manager to lead the contract catering at the Manchester Arndale site. You will oversee a diverse team, develop menus for events, ensure service excellence, and maintain safety and regulatory standards.

The role requires a Level 3 in Catering & Hospitality with strong leadership, budgeting, and vendor management skills. You will drive client satisfaction while controlling costs in a fast-paced environment.