Catering Manager

Responsibilities

• Head chef and overall management of patient catering service for a 78 bed dementia home.
• Providing fresh cook meals and overall management of the Catering Team to ensure efficient and effective patient meal services across this 7 days a week service.
• Full responsibility for stock control, rotation and ordering, menu reviews, allergen management and management of menus and meals for patients on dysphagia diets.
• Supervise kitchen staff and ensure compliance with food safety regulations.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their needs and preferences, providing tailored catering solutions.
• Oversee food preparation and presentation to ensure quality and adherence to culinary standards.
• Train and mentor staff in culinary techniques, hospitality service, and food safety practices.
• Handle any issues or complaints that may arise during events promptly and professionally.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a similar role within the hospitality or catering industry.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices in food preparation.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously.
• Exceptional communication skills to liaise effectively with clients, staff, and vendors.
• Experience in culinary arts or a related field is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with bartending practices is an advantage.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as required.

If you are passionate about the culinary arts and have a knack for creating memorable dining experiences, we would love to hear from you. Join our team as we strive to deliver outstanding service in every event we cater.