Catering Manager

Your Aramark journey starts here Aramark UK are currently recruiting a Catering Manager to join our team Alexander Barracks, Pirbright, Surrey, GU24 0QQ. The Catering Manager will oversee all aspects of catering operations, within the Officers, Sergeant and ASLS Buildings specifically supporting corporate meetings and private functions. This role involves managing a team of nine staff, ensuring events meet profitability goals, adhere to food safety regulations, and maintain high-quality standards. You'll be responsible for daily operational oversight, staff management, budgeting, and delivering an outstanding client experience. Aramark UK are making a work life balance achievable whilst still working in hospitality, cultivating your culinary career with a world leading organisation. Aramark provides world-class contract catering services to our extensive list of clients across the UK, including Defence and Judicial, private industry and Education. We are very lucky to have some of the, providing direction and support to meet Aramark's high standards. Plan, organize, and execute catering services for corporate meetings and private functions. Ensure all events are on-budget and profitable, monitoring cost controls and maintaining profit margins. Oversee compliance with food safety regulations, ensure recipe cards are strictly followed, and enforce quality standards. Build and maintain client relationships, ensuring their catering needs are met with high satisfaction. Coordinate logistics, including event setup, transportation, inventory management, and scheduling. You'll be set up for success if you have: Proven experience as a Catering Manager or in a similar role within the hospitality or food service industry. Strong leadership skills, with the ability to effectively manage a team of nine. Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities, with a focus on detail and compliance. Strong customer service and
interpersonal skills. Knowledge of food safety standards and industry regulations. Flexibility to work some weekends when events are booked. If this role appeals to you, then apply now and show us the value you will bring. Job Reference 523223 All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. About Aramark At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive. As a proud Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey. We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any accommodations or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team - careers@aramark.co.uk Join us in fostering a workplace where
everyone can achieve their full potential.

best Culinary and Catering talent that the UK has to offer working within our teams. What we offer: This is a full time position, 40 hours per week, Shift pattern 5 days over 7, mainly Monday - Friday with occasional weekends. We are offering a salary of £31,700. You will have access to MyStaffShop - which includes 100's of discounts, including savings on your weekly supermarket shop and weekend treats! We also offer a company package including life assurance, pension contributions, generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy more, and many more perks! You will also be joining a great team, with fabulous career prospect and could lead to all sorts of opportunities - we LOVE to promote from within! As we are passionate about developing our people from within, great training is provided. We also offer apprenticeship schemes, so your learning journey can continue! A day in the life of a Culinary Manager: Lead and manage a team of nine catering staff