Catering Manager: Lead Food & Service Excellence

Compass Group; Godalming; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company is seeking an experienced Catering Manager in Godalming, United Kingdom. This role involves overseeing catering operations and ensuring exceptional food and customer service. The ideal candidate has at least two years of experience in catering management, relevant qualifications, and a passion for great food. You will lead teams, manage inventories, and drive culinary excellence in a supportive environment that values diversity and individual growth. Competitive pay and opportunities for career development are offered.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Opportunities for learning and development

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of catering experience.
• Experience managing teams in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious food to the highest standards.
• Supervise culinary and catering teams for excellent service.
• Oversee catering operations, managing inventories and budgets.
• Communicate regularly with line manager on KPIs and targets.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards.
• Identify opportunities for new food or service concepts.

Skills

Passion for food and customer service

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Financial acumen

Leadership skills

Education

NVQ Level 1 & 2 or City & Guilds 706/1 and 2

Basic Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

A leading catering company is seeking an experienced Catering Manager in Godalming, United Kingdom. This role involves overseeing catering operations and ensuring exceptional food and customer service. The ideal candidate has at least two years of experience in catering management, relevant qualifications, and a passion for great food. You will lead teams, manage inventories, and drive culinary excellence in a supportive environment that values diversity and individual growth. Competitive pay and opportunities for career development are offered.