Overview
Join our dynamic team as an Assistant Catering Manager and play a vital role in delivering exceptional culinary experiences! This energetic position combines leadership, culinary expertise, and customer service to ensure our catering operations run smoothly and exceed client expectations. You will support the Catering Manager in supervising daily food production, managing a talented team, and maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hospitality. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and are passionate about food and team management, this opportunity is perfect for you! The opportunity to run the site as Catering Manager is a distinct possibility in the future as the business grows. There will be days where you will be in charge of the operation/ opening up/ closing down.
Responsibilities
- Assist in overseeing all aspects of catering operations, including food preparation, presentation, and service.
- Supervise and motivate a team of culinary staff, servers and kitchen assistants to ensure efficient workflow.
- Coordinate with clients to understand their needs, customize menus, and ensure timely delivery of catering services.
- Maintain strict adherence to food safety standards and sanitation protocols across all catering activities.
- Support inventory management by monitoring supplies, ordering ingredients, and minimizing waste.
- Lead by example in delivering outstanding hospitality, ensuring guests receive friendly, professional service.
- Collaborate with the team to develop innovative menu options that highlight culinary creativity and quality.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in food preparation, cooking, or related culinary roles within a restaurant , golf club or hotel setting.
- Demonstrated supervising or team management experience in hospitality or catering environments.
- Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices for food production.
- Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate and coordinate a diverse team.
- Familiarity with kitchen operations, including food presentation and serving techniques.
- Previous experience working in hospitality settings such as hotels or large-scale events is highly desirable.
- Additional skills such as barista experience or culinary training are considered a plus.
We require someone who is willing to work evenings and weekends as well as during the week. Finish and start times can vary due to the nature of the business , so flexibility is a must!
Ability to drive and a clean licence would be advantageous as we have a work vehicle that goes between our two sites.
We’re excited to welcome motivated professionals eager to make a positive impact through exceptional service and culinary excellence!
Pay: £13.00-£14.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20.0 – 50.0 per week
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
