Catering Manager

We are seeking an experienced Catering Unit Manager to oversee and manage the catering services at our prestigious private hospital. In this role, as Catering Unit Manager you will be responsible for ensuring the delivering of high-quality meals to patients, staff, and visitors, ensuring that all food safety, nutritional, and dietary standards are met. As the catering Unit Manager You will lead a dedicated catering team, manage the day-to-day operations of the hospital kitchen, and ensure exceptional service and customer satisfaction.,

• Lead, manage, and motivate a team of catering staff to deliver excellent food service.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including menu planning, food preparation, and meal service.
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene and safety standards (HACCP, COSHH) and maintain a clean, safe working environment.
• Work closely with dietitians to create menus that meet patients' specific dietary requirements.
• Manage stock control, budgeting, and cost-effectiveness to ensure a profitable catering service.
• Maintain high levels of customer service, ensuring all meals are delivered efficiently and meet the needs of patients, staff, and visitors.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives in line with the hospital's standards and patient care goals.
  
  Proven experience in a similar role, preferably within a healthcare or hospitality setting.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations, including HACCP, COSHH, and dietary requirements.
• Leadership experience with the ability to manage and inspire a diverse team.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and customer service skills.
• Budget management experience and an ability to work within financial constraints.
• A passion for providing nutritious, well-balanced meals that enhance patient recovery and staff well-being.
If you are an experienced catering unit manager who thrives in a fast-paced healthcare environment and has a passion for delivering high-quality service, we want to hear from you!

Our healthcare catering, facilities management and cleaning services support both public and private organisations so hospital patients and care home residents can recover, enjoy nutritious food, feel safe and be looked after.We think of ourselves as a business that has no assets except its people. Our job titles may be cleaner, porter, catering assistant or healthcare support worker, but we're more than that.

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:Contributory pension schemeGrow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmesExclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many moreSave money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many moreUp to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbusterReceive Wow Points every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brandsUn-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classesYou can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families.