Catering Manager

Aramark UK is looking to hire an experienced and dedicated Catering Manager to join our team based in Sunbury, Surrey. This is an exciting, permanent and full time term time opportunity reporting into our Site Lead, based on site, TW16 7LN.

This role is ideal for a Catering Manager looking for a new challenge. You will be managing several outlets across 3 business units as well as 55+ direct reports. You will be responsible for development of all staff so you will be people focused with the ability to naturally engage teams.

Aramark provides world-class contract catering services to our extensive list of clients across the UK, including Defence and Judicial, private industry and Education. We are very lucky to have some of the best Culinary and Catering talent that the UK has to offer working within our teams.

What's in for you?

• We are offering a salary of up to £45,000
• Monday- Friday
• Company pension
• Meals on duty
• MyStaff Shop discounts
• Generous Annual Leave, increasing in line with service and the opportunity to buy extra days
• EAP in house mental health champion
• Fantastic development opportunities

A day in the life of a Catering Manager:

• Supports the Site lead to embed the step change required of the new food programme and experience required.
• People focused, can effectively engage teams naturally in their management style.
• Naturally leads innovation at a high level to drive the new offers at Sunbury.
• Work closely with the Head Chef to ensure correct stock level.
• Ensure Opx and waste management processes are in place and weekly reviews are completed for production.
• Champions excellent guest experiences and effectively implement all guest communication tools provided by Marketing in order to enhance the guest experience across all areas.
• Ensure RRP is maintained as per company policy and that the tariff in all areas meets client / company requirements.
• Implementation of schemes including new products, planograms, procedures, and menu specifications, ensuring they adhere to Aramark guidelines and brand standards.
• Work and develop good commercial relationships with suppliers, ensuring receipt of service and quality levels required to obtain the highest financial return.
• Coordinates others to ensure all daily paper / computer work is complete and that inventories and statistical reports are completed correctly and at the right time.

You'll be all set up for success if you have:

• Experience as a Catering/Front of House Manager in a contract catering environment
• The ability to lead and manage a team
• Man management of teams of staff
• Proven track record in high volume commercial operation & delivering budgeted profit levels
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Flexibility and ability to work on own initiative

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive. As a proud Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.

We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any accommodations or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – careers@aramark.co.uk

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.