At a Glance
- Tasks: Oversee catering operations, manage teams, and ensure exceptional food experiences.
- Company: Compass Group UK&I focuses on world-class customer service and exceptional food.
- Benefits: Opportunities for career progression and recognition for outstanding performance.
- Other info: Full-time role with a 35-hour work week and 5 out of 7 days shift pattern.
- Why this job: Join a company that celebrates individuality and invests in its people.
- Qualifications: Minimum two years of catering experience and NVQ Level 1 & 2 or equivalent.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
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. As a Catering Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring our kitchens and service counters run smoothly and for helping to deliver truly incredible food experiences. In return, you'll have the opportunity to progress your catering career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. Your shift patterns will be: 5 out of 7 days.
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
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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Compass Group UK&I is dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated. Located in the UK, they offer career advancement opportunities and value individual contributions. Their mission is to provide exceptional food and service while fostering a supportive environment for all employees.
