At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a passionate team to create exceptional food experiences and deliver top-notch customer service.
- Company: Join Compass Group UK&I, a leader in catering with a focus on diversity and inclusion.
- Benefits: Enjoy discounts on travel, cinema, groceries, and wellness classes, plus a contributory pension scheme.
- Other info: Embrace a culture that values diversity and empowers you to thrive.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the culinary world while growing your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Minimum two years of catering experience and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 32000 £ per year.
Benefits
- Contributory pension scheme
- Grow your career with our Career Pathways and My Learning programmes
- Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
- Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking. com and many more
- Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
- Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
- Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
- Un‑wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
- You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
We're recruiting an experienced Catering Manager who is passionate about exceptional food and world‑class customer service, and who can confidently oversee all Compass Group UK&I catering and service operations for Chartwells on a full‑time basis, contracted to 35 hours per week.
Please note: This role is contracted to 43.6 weeks per year.
- Your Key Responsibilities
- Preparing delicious food to the highest standards
- Supervising our culinary and catering teams to ensure we continue to deliver impeccable food and customer service
- Overseeing the efficiency of all in‑unit catering operations, including managing inventories, monitoring budgets, and implementing action plans
- Communicating regularly with your line manager to monitor KPIs and targets
- Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image
- Identifying opportunities for new food or service concepts to drive sales
- Liaising between customers and our culinary and service teams to ensure we continue to exceed expectations
- Supporting and training our teams, leading from the front to make sure everyone can excel in their role
- Implementing and reviewing Health & Safety standards to ensure compliance across all catering and service teams
- Ideal Candidate
- Be passionate about great‑tasting food and exceptional customer service
- Have a minimum of two years of catering experience
- Have experience managing teams in a similar role
- Hold an NVQ Level 1 & 2 or City & Guilds 706/1 and 2
- Hold a Basic Food Hygiene certificate
- Demonstrate brilliant financial acumen
- Have excellent communication and organisational skills
- Be an ambitious and motivated individual who is always looking to upskill
For any potential employee, a pre‑employment check will include an enhanced DBS disclosure and a Children’s Barred List check.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and we ask applicants to declare all previous convictions and cautions in order to assess their suitability to work with children.
Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers.
We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members.
We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive – because diversity is our strength!
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Catering Manager - London employer: Chartwells Schools
Chartwells Schools in Leyland is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture where teamwork and dedication are highly valued. With a focus on employee growth and development, staff members enjoy opportunities to enhance their skills while contributing to the well-being of students through high-quality food service. The part-time role of Kitchen Assistant allows for a balanced work-life schedule, making it an ideal position for those seeking meaningful employment in a nurturing environment.
