Catering Manager

• Location: Weymouth
• Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
• Salary: £40,382 per annum
• Optional Accommodation: Yes

Join our client, a leader in outdoor education, and contribute to our mission of delivering enriching and transformative experiences to the younger generation. As a Catering Manager, you will lead a dynamic team and use your skills to fuel adventure and create extraordinary breakthroughs for children.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Lead a team of Chefs, Catering Assistants, and Team Leaders to deliver a friendly and welcoming dining experience.
• Ensure the execution of centralised, proven menus that meet health and safety, allergen safety, and food safety standards.
• Manage all financial aspects of the catering operation, keeping within budget while maintaining high quality and value.
• Enjoy a balanced work schedule with most Friday or Saturday evenings off, especially outside of peak season, limited late nights, and no working over Christmas.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience leading teams in a mid-to-large scale dining environment.
• Understanding of food mass production.
• Strong managerial, organisational, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent knowledge of food hygiene and handling complex dietary requirements, including allergies and intolerances.
• Relevant qualifications such as City & Guilds 7061/2 (or equivalent) and Level 3 or above in Food Safety and Allergen Management.

Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, and additional birthday off.
• Paid volunteering days and the option to purchase additional holiday.
• Career growth opportunities, including mentoring and the ability to work across different UK or French locations.
• Access to Wellbeing Hub and Employee Assistance Program.
• Contributory pension and access to a financial wellbeing platform.
• Free/discounted PGL breaks for your family and discounts at over 800 retailers.