Catering Manager

Job Introduction

• 40 hours per week
• 5 out of 7 per week
• 08:00 - 16:30 (flexibility required for business needs)
• £35,500 per annum 
•  Plus performance related bonus
• Sodexo rewards and benefits 

Job Introduction

Are you an experienced Catering Manager with a passion for great food, outstanding customer service and leading high-performing teams?

We're looking for an enthusiastic and organised Catering Manager to oversee the day-to-day operation of the Alanbrooke Diner at Larkhill Garrison. This is an exciting opportunity to manage a busy catering operation that plays a vital role in supporting military personnel through the delivery of high-quality food and hospitality services.

If you're a confident leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys developing people while maintaining exceptional standards, we'd love to hear from you.

 What you’ll do:

As Catering Manager, you'll be responsible for the successful delivery of catering services across the dining facility, ensuring every customer receives a first-class experience while maintaining compliance, quality and commercial performance.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading, motivating and developing catering and front of house teams.
• Managing the daily operation of the dining facility to deliver exceptional food quality and customer service.
• Planning menus, functions and food offers in line with company standards and budgets.
• Managing food ordering, stock control and cost management to maximise efficiency.
• Ensuring compliance with Food Safety, Health & Safety and quality management standards.
• Building strong relationships with military customers, clients and key stakeholders.
• Monitoring financial performance, labour costs and KPIs to achieve business objectives.
• Supporting employee recruitment, training, coaching and performance management.
• Driving continuous improvement, innovation and service excellence throughout the operation.
• Supporting attached messes and wider catering operations where required.

What you bring:

You'll be a hands-on leader with excellent organisational skills and a genuine passion for delivering outstanding catering services.

• Previous experience managing a catering or hospitality operation.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Experience managing budgets, food costs and operational performance.
• Sound knowledge of Food Safety and Health & Safety legislation.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• The ability to work under pressure while maintaining high standards.
• A recognised catering qualification (such as NVQ Level 2/3, City & Guilds, HND, or equivalent).
• Intermediate Food Safety qualification (or equivalent).

Desirable:

• IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent.
• CIEH Food Safety qualification.
• Experience working within a Defence or military environment.
• Previous PAYD (Pay As You Dine) experience. 

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 offer:

• Mental health & wellbeing support
• Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice
• 24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards
• Discounts for you & family
• Financial tools & retirement plan
• Cycle to Work & Paid volunteering day

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications