Regional Manager (Catering)

Compass Group UK; England; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A major catering company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Regional Manager to oversee 8 contract catering sites in Oxfordshire and Berkshire, with an annual turnover of approximately £2.5 million. This role involves full P&L accountability, leadership of site managers, and ensuring high-quality service and standards across all locations. The ideal candidate should possess multi-site management experience and be commercially astute. An attractive salary package, including a company car or allowance, is offered.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

Career progression opportunities

Supportive corporate culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience in contract catering management.
• Strong client relationship management skills.
• Commercial acumen with P&L management experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage operational and financial performance of a portfolio.
• Lead and develop site managers and catering teams.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food quality standards.

Skills

Multi-site management experience

Client relationship management

P&L management

People leadership

Autonomous operation

UK driving licence

Job description

Regional Manager (Catering) Oxfordshire / Berkshire

Up to £50,000 + Company Car or Car Allowance

We are seeking an experienced Regional Manager to lead a portfolio of 8 contract catering sites across the Oxfordshire and Berkshire region, with a combined annual turnover of approximately £2.5 million.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially driven leader with strong people management skills and a passion for delivering outstanding food and service in a multi‑site contract catering environment.

The Role

As Regional Manager, you will have full responsibility for the operational, financial, and strategic performance of your region. You will work closely with clients, site managers, and central support teams to ensure consistent service excellence and profitable growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full P&L accountability for a £2.5m turnover region
• Leadership and development of site managers and senior catering teams
• Managing and nurturing strong client relationships, ensuring contract retention and growth
• Ensuring all sites consistently meet food quality, service, and brand standards
• Driving financial performance, cost controls, and labour management
• Overseeing compliance with H&S, food safety, and company procedures
• Identifying opportunities for innovation, added value, and business development

About You

You will be a confident, hands‑on regional leader with a proven track record in contract catering.

Essential Experience & Skills:

• Proven multi‑site management experience within contract catering
• Strong client relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills
• Commercially astute with solid P&L and budget management experience
• Excellent people leadership, coaching, and development skills
• Ability to operate autonomously while aligning with wider business objectives
• Full UK driving licence

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to £50,000 per annum
• Company car or car allowance
• Opportunity to manage a stable, established portfolio with room for growth
• Supportive senior leadership and a values‑led business culture
• Career progression within a growing contract catering organisation

If you are an experienced contract catering professional ready to take ownership of a diverse regional portfolio, we’d love to hear from you.