Catering Manager

Elior Uk; Ely; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading UK catering firm is seeking a Catering Manager at Isle of Ely Primary School to manage teams and ensure high-quality service. Key responsibilities include team motivation, budget control, and compliance with food safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have proven management experience and a passion for customer service. This part-time role offers flexibility and a supportive working environment, with perks including free meals and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Free, tasty meals

Flexible working

Time off for family

Paid volunteering days

Career development opportunities

Pension schemes

Exclusive discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience of successfully managing a team.
• Genuine interest in customer service excellence.
• Strong team player, highly confident and positive.
• Self-motivated and innovative.
• Previous experience within management, Contract Catering desirable.

Responsibilities

• Proactively manage teams on site.
• Accountable for recruiting, inducting, training, and supporting colleagues.
• Ensure ongoing team communications for operational excellence.
• Manage compliance with regulations and policies.

Skills

Team management

Customer service excellence

Budget control

Food Safety

Communication

Job description

Monday - Friday | 32.5 Hours per hour | 8:00am - 14.30pm | Term Time only

Part Time

School Rd, England, CB6 2FG

£17.00 per hour

Edwards & Blake – Great Food, Bright Futures

At Isle of Ely Primary School within Edwards & Blake, we believe healthy food fuels young minds, and we’re passionate about serving delicious, nutritious meals in schools and colleges across the UK. Every meal is fresh, sustainable, and packed with goodness – because we know young people deserve the best.

Elior is committed to safeguarding children and colleagues. Candidates that are shortlisted for this role, will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including Children’s Barred List, and two suitable references.

What you’ll be doing…

As a Catering Manager you will proactively manage teams on site as well as be accountable for recruiting, inducting, training, and supporting colleagues to deliver an efficient, high-quality service to Elior UK, our customer and clients.

• Motivating and managing a team
• Controlling and managing a budget
• Accountable for ensuring ongoing team communications, including building internal and external relationships, management reporting and client liaison to enable operational excellence
• Accountable for COSHH, Food Safety, H&S, legal regulations, environmental policies and duty of care to customers and colleagues

Working Pattern: Monday - Friday | 32.5 Hours per hour | 8:00am - 14.30pm | Term Time only

What can you bring?

• Proven experience of successfully managing a team
• Genuine interest in customer service excellence
• A strong team player, highly confident and positive
• Self-motivated and innovative
• Previous experience within management, Contract Catering desirable

Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks!

At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That’s why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here’s what’s waiting for you:

• Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working - including part time roles, because life doesn’t run on a 9-5 schedule.
• Plenty of Time to Unwind - Flexibility around family life with holidays that match the school calendar.
• Leave for life’s important moments - whether family, personal or unexpected.
• Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
• Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
• Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!

One small thing - we welcome you to apply using the name you feel most comfortable with!No need for legal names at this stage.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We’re a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? Toenrich lives everywhere, every day.

And here’s the best part - 87% of our team say they’re proud to work here!Why? Because we create a place where you’re listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.

Not sure you match every single requirement? Apply anyway! Research shows that many people - especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you’re passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you!

We Celebrate You!

At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren’t just policies, they’re who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we’re dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.

Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we’re happy to help!

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