Catering Manager
Scattergoods Agency
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 19 days
Ashtead, Surrey KT21, England

£35,000 per annum
Full Time
Retirement Plan
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Sonic Summary
- A Catering Manager is needed for a high-volume catering operation near Leatherhead, Surrey, focusing on customer satisfaction and team development.
- The role requires previous experience in a senior food and beverage position, ideally in a high-volume environment, along with strong leadership skills.
- This position offers a competitive salary and benefits including daytime hours, wellness programs, free lunches, and a pension plan.
- Working hours are 42 hours per week from Tuesday to Saturday, with a focus on maintaining high service standards and compliance with regulations.
- Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK and possess a passion for food and service to thrive in this rewarding role.
This Catering Manager position offers a great salary and benefits.
Benefits:
*Daytime hours with a great work life balance
*Company wellness programmes
*A variety of team events
*Free lunches
*Parking Available
*Pension plan
*28 days pro rata Holiday
Working Hours:
*5 out of 7 days per week, Tuesday to Saturday
*42 hours per week
*Daytime hours - 9 am- 5.30 pm
What You'll Be Doing:
*Oversee the day-to-day running of multiple catering outlets, ensuring a high standard of service and efficiency.
*Lead and develop the catering team, providing clear direction, training, and support.
*Manage stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships to maintain cost-effective operations.
*Ensure compliance with all food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations.
*Drive sales and maximise revenue opportunities, including group bookings and seasonal events.
*Support HR functions such as recruitment, absentee management, performance management, exit interviews, team development etc.
*Maintain excellent customer service standards across the various outlets and handle any queries or complaints professionally.
Requirements:
*Previous experience in a senior food & beverage role, ideally within a high-volume catering/ hospitality environment.
*Strong leadership and communication skills with a hands-on approach to management.
*Strong people management skills is essential.
*Good understanding of food safety, health & safety, and compliance regulations.
*Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment.
*A passion for great food, service, and team development.
*Some kitchen experience would be a distinct advantage
If you're looking for a rewarding role with a great work life balance, where you can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you!
Scattergood's are acting as an agency on behalf of this vacancy. In line with UK Immigration and Employment Law, only applicants eligible to live and work in the UK need apply. For this position, and other live vacancies, please visit our website