Catering Manager - Leeds Salary: £40,000 per annumMonday – Friday | Full-TimeLead a Vibrant, High-Performing Catering OperationWe’re looking for a hands-on and commercially focused Catering Manager to lead the day-to-day operation across a busy Riverside Restaurant, Coffee Bar, Vending and Hospitality service in Leeds.This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate foodie and people leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is always looking for new and innovative ways to improve the food offer, drive sales and create an exceptional customer experience.Working closely with the client, you’ll have the autonomy to shape the operation, introduce fresh ideas and ensure the site remains competitive and attractive in an environment where customers have alternative onsite catering options.What you’ll be responsible forLeading the day-to-day operation across the restaurant, coffee bar, vending and hospitality servicesCreating an exciting, innovative and commercially attractive food offer – a real foodie is a must!Building strong relationships with the client and working collaboratively to deliver shared objectivesMenu planning and developing new food concepts and promotionsManaging ordering, stock control and regular stock takesTaking full accountability for the site’s P&L and commercial performanceManaging, motivating and developing the catering teamMaintaining excellent food quality, service and presentation standardsEnsuring full compliance with Health & Safety, food safety and company policiesTaking ownership of HR processes, including recruitment, performance management and team developmentMonitoring customer feedback and identifying opportunities to improve the overall experienceDriving continuous improvement, innovation and operational efficiencyDelivering hospitality and events to a consistently high standardWhat we’re looking forWe’re looking for an experienced Catering Manager, General Manager or similar hospitality professional who can combine strong operational leadership with genuine passion for food and commercial performance.You’ll be:A passionate foodie with a creative approach to menus and customer experienceHands-on and visible within the operationCommercially minded, with strong P&L and financial management experienceConfident managing stock, costs, budgets and marginsAn inspiring people manager who enjoys developing a teamComfortable working closely with senior clients and stakeholdersHighly organised, proactive and solutions-focusedSomeone who thrives on innovation and continually looks for ways to improveExperienced in managing Health & Safety, food safety and HR responsibilitiesWhy join us?This is more than just running a catering operation. It’s an opportunity to put your own stamp on a busy site, work in partnership with the client and create a food and hospitality experience that customers actively choose.If you’re a passionate foodie, commercially driven leader who loves creating great food, developing people and making things happen, we’d love to hear from you.
