Catering Manager

• Annual Salary: £34,000 (pro rata)
• Location: Lisburn, Northern Ireland
• Job Type: Full-time, 6 months Fixed Contract (there is a possibility of going permanent after a 6-month, contract-to-permanent basis)

If you are passionate about food, customer service, and making a social impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Lead and supervise the catering team to ensure high-quality service delivery across various events.
• Serve as the primary catering contact for Council staff and external clients, understanding and managing their requirements, budgets, and timelines.
• Coordinate with chefs, kitchen staff, and front-of-house teams to meet and exceed menu and service expectations.
• Oversee food preparation and presentation, ensuring all items adhere to quality standards.
• Maintain rigorous health, safety, and hygiene standards across all operations.
• Manage inventory and supply orders to ensure seamless event execution.
• Provide hands-on leadership during events to guarantee exceptional service and customer satisfaction.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years management experience in a high-volume catering or banqueting environment.
• Proven track record of leading a catering team.
• Strong knowledge of food and beverage operations, particularly in banqueting and events.
• Creative, adaptable, and positive approach to problem-solving.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask effectively under pressure.
• Commitment to adhering to food safety and health and safety regulations.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary of £34,000 per annum.
• Pension scheme with 7% employer contribution after 6 months.
• 25 days annual leave plus 11 statutory days.
• Private healthcare after 6 months.
• Access to health and wellbeing platforms.
• Holiday Purchase “Buy Back Scheme”.
• 25% discount in our social enterprises.
• Employee Assistance Scheme.
• Birthday day off.
• Death in Service benefit.