131 Catering Manager jobs in the United Kingdom

Catering Manager- Kendrew Barracks

• 32000 per annum
• 37.5 hours per week

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Supervising teams to ensure we continue to deliver impeccable food and customer service
• Overseeing the efficiency of all in-unit operations, including managing inventories, monitoring budgets, and implementing action plans
• Careful monitoring of stock levels and ordering across multiple locations
• Ensuring end of week and month accounts are completed accurately and on time
• Completion of internal audits to ensure compliance with company policies and legislation
• 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 service concepts to drive sales
• Liaising between customers and our internal 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.
• This person will work closely with the General Manager and a large Military team, excellent communication and leadership skills will be required.

Our ideal Catering Manager will:

• Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service
• Have a minimum of two years of management experience within a similar sector or industry
• A strong background in providing exceptional food service provision
• Have experience managing teams in a similar role leading and inspiring operational teams to deliver results
• Demonstrate brilliant financial acumen
• Have excellent communication and organisational skills
• Be an ambitious and motivated individual who is always looking to upskill

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, (url removed) 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

About Us

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.

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!

Job Title: Catering Manager
Location: Swale

Join our Temporaries Team as a Catering Manager!

Are you passionate about food, service excellence, and leading dynamic teams? We're looking for an experienced and motivated Catering Manager to oversee and drive the success of our clients catering operations. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where creativity, leadership, and customer satisfaction are at the heart of everything we do.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage daily catering operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation, and service.

• Supervise, train, and motivate a team of kitchen and front-of-house staff.

• Plan menus, considering client preferences, dietary requirements, and budget.

• Oversee inventory, ordering, and stock control to ensure cost-effectiveness and minimal waste.

• Work in the kitchen assisting the team with the preparation and cooking of the food.

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations at all times.

About You:

• Proven experience in catering or hospitality management.

• Strong leadership and team management skills.

• Passionate about delivering exceptional customer service.

• Knowledge of food safety standards and health regulations.

The hours of work will be 7.00am - 3.00pm Monday to Friday and this will be a position that starts in September and will initially go up to the end of December.

The role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks.

New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975.

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* Catering Manager
* 32,400
* 5 out of 7, control of the rota
* Great Work Life Balance
* Day time hours

We're on the lookout for a passionate and driven Catering Manager to take the lead in a vibrant kitchen at a fantastic care home in Haywards Heath! This is a fantastic chance to be part of a warm, supportive team while making a real difference in the lives of the residents by delivering delicious, home-cooked, and nutritious meals every day.
You'll have the opportunity to inspire and manage a dedicated catering team, create exciting seasonal menus on a four-week rotation, and ensure smooth, efficient operations across both homes. With full responsibility for training, scheduling, budgeting, and food safety compliance, this role is perfect for someone who thrives on creativity, leadership, and making mealtimes truly special.

Ideal Candidates will have 2+ Years experience at a care home.

* Ongoing learning & development - Mandatory annual training, with further opportunities for professional courses and study.
* Regular supervision - Protected time every 12 weeks for professional discussions with your line manager, plus structured support and appraisals
* Holistic, respectful culture - A strong ethos of mutual respect, dignity, and personalised care; staff are part of a valued, tight-knit team dedicated to high-quality service
* Non-profit ethos - All income is reinvested into experienced staff, quality care, and maintaining a warm, homely environment

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

Job Title: Catering Manager
Location: Swale

Join our Temporaries Team as a Catering Manager!

Are you passionate about food, service excellence, and leading dynamic teams? We're looking for an experienced and motivated Catering Manager to oversee and drive the success of our clients catering operations. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where creativity, leadership, and customer satisfaction are at the heart of everything we do.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage daily catering operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation, and service.

• Supervise, train, and motivate a team of kitchen and front-of-house staff.

• Plan menus, considering client preferences, dietary requirements, and budget.

• Oversee inventory, ordering, and stock control to ensure cost-effectiveness and minimal waste.

• Work in the kitchen assisting the team with the preparation and cooking of the food.

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations at all times.

About You:

• Proven experience in catering or hospitality management.

• Strong leadership and team management skills.

• Passionate about delivering exceptional customer service.

• Knowledge of food safety standards and health regulations.

The hours of work will be 7.00am - 3.00pm Monday to Friday and this will be a position that starts in September and will initially go up to the end of December.

The role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks.

New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975.

Before submitting your CV, please take a moment to check the layout, spelling, and grammar. If your CV includes graphics or design features, we'd also appreciate a simplified version in Word format.

If this role isn't for you, please check out our website for other roles that may be suitable, or send us your CV, we would still like to hear from you! You can find us on (url removed) or LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles.

Please contact Amber on (url removed)

Catering Manager

• Ipswich Hospital
• up to £45,000pa depending on experience + excellent benefits
• 40hrs pw Mon - Fri

Job Introduction

Are you a passionate leader in catering services looking to make a real difference in a healthcare environment? Sodexo has an exciting opportunity for a Catering Manager to join our team at Ipswich Hospital . You’ll take the lead in managing the delivery of high-quality patient dining and retail services – ensuring food quality, safety, and service standards are consistently upheld.

This is a fast-paced, client-facing role with plenty of variety – ideal for someone who thrives in a complex environment where quality of service and people leadership are paramount.

If you're ready to take the next step in your catering career and want to lead a passionate team delivering vital services in a hospital setting, we want to hear from you!

What You'll Do:

• Lead, motivate and develop catering and retail teams to deliver an outstanding service
• Oversee patient feeding services and retail catering to ensure consistency, efficiency, and quality
• Collaborate closely with domestic services to manage meal service delivery on wards
• Manage all aspects of food provision, stock levels, labour costs and budgets in line with Sodexo policy
• Ensure all legal, safety and food hygiene standards (including HACCP) are adhered to
• Conduct audits, deliver training, manage complaints, and drive continuous service improvement
• Lead with innovation to reduce waste and improve customer satisfaction
• Operate and manage the patient menu system (Saffron) ensuring up-to-date and accurate data

What You Bring:

• Proven experience managing catering services in a healthcare or service-led environment
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to train, inspire and manage teams
• Sound knowledge of food safety legislation, Health & Safety regulations, and HACCP systems
• Ability to work flexibly and respond to a 7-day operational service
• Excellent IT and reporting skills, with an analytical mindset to monitor and improve service delivery
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality and compliance

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
• Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.
• Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services.
• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
• Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan
• A Death-in-Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo
• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools.
• Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
• Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Full training and full protective uniform supplied.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today! Career progression for the caring profession.

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Position :Catering Manager
Care home :Laurel Place
Location :Gudmensen Avenue, Bishop Auckland, DL14 6RG
Contract type :Full Time - 40 hours per week
Rate :Up to £13.72 per hour depending on qualifications

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