Regional Defence Catering Manager

Sodexo; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global catering company is seeking an Area Catering Manager to oversee MOD sites across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and Berkshire. The successful candidate will manage operational standards and drive performance improvements while ensuring compliance with health and food safety regulations. This role offers a competitive salary, bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package including on-the-job training, career development, and wellbeing support. Flexibility in hours may be required to meet business needs.

Benefits

Company car

On-the-job training

Fully funded apprenticeship qualifications

Wellbeing Support

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a management role within catering, including stock management and cash control.
• General HR skills in recruitment and training.
• Food Safety Level 3 or above required.
• Knowledge of health & safety and food safety.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure expected margins are achieved through compliance.
• Support menu updates and compliance with food safety standards.
• Collaborate with account and general managers for improvements.
• Train and guide staff as necessary.

Skills

Management in catering

People management

Food safety knowledge

Numerical skills

Communication skills

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

A leading global catering company is seeking an Area Catering Manager to oversee MOD sites across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and Berkshire. The successful candidate will manage operational standards and drive performance improvements while ensuring compliance with health and food safety regulations. This role offers a competitive salary, bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package including on-the-job training, career development, and wellbeing support. Flexibility in hours may be required to meet business needs.