At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic catering team and manage daily operations in Wigan.
- Company: Join Compass Group, the UK's top food and support services provider.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, career progression, and training opportunities.
- Other info: Monday to Friday working pattern with a vibrant team atmosphere.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a high-profile catering operation while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in catering management with strong culinary and leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 36000 - 36000 £ per year.
Salary: £36,000 per annum (DOE)
Working Pattern: 5 days over 7, predominantly Monday to Friday
Join the UK's leading food and support services provider, Compass Group UK & Ireland, as a Catering Manager and take ownership of a thriving catering operation in Wigan. We're looking for a passionate and experienced Catering Manager with a strong culinary background who can lead from the front, inspire their team, and deliver exceptional food and service standards. This role would suit a Chef Manager, Head Chef, or Catering Manager ready to take the next step in their career. Compass Group frequently seeks managers with strong culinary foundations who can combine operational leadership with hands-on food expertise.
What you'll be doing:
- Managing the day-to-day catering operation
- Leading, motivating, and developing a dedicated catering team
- Maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation, and customer service
- Managing budgets, food costs, labour costs, and KPIs
- Building strong client relationships and ensuring contractual expectations are exceeded
- Ensuring compliance with food safety, health & safety, and company procedures
- Supporting kitchen operations when required and leading by example
What we're looking for:
- Previous experience as a Catering Manager, Chef Manager, Head Chef, or similar role
- Strong culinary background with a passion for food
- Proven people management and leadership skills
- Commercial awareness and experience managing budgets
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Food Hygiene qualification and a sound understanding of compliance standards
- A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
What's in it for you?
- Primarily Monday to Friday working pattern
- Opportunities for career progression within a market-leading organisation
- Company benefits, training, and development programmes
- The chance to make a real impact within a high-profile catering operation
If you're a food-focused leader who enjoys developing teams, building client relationships, and delivering outstanding catering experiences, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your catering management career with Compass Group.
Catering Manager - Wigan employer: Chartwells Independent
At Compass Group UK & Ireland, we pride ourselves on being a leading employer in the food and support services sector, offering a vibrant work culture that fosters teamwork and innovation. As a Catering Manager in Wigan, you'll benefit from a primarily Monday to Friday schedule, ample opportunities for career progression, and comprehensive training programmes, all while making a significant impact in a high-profile catering operation. Join us to lead a passionate team and deliver exceptional culinary experiences in a supportive environment.
