General Manager – Fresh Meat Operations
The Company
Caterite Food & Wineservice Limited is a leading food and drink wholesaler based in the Lake District delivering to customers in the North of England and Scotland. After 50 years of Foodservice, the company is entering a new chapter in its history, whilst staying true to the values and service which has guided its success so far.
We are in an exciting period of transformational change with significant developments within our business since the company was acquired by METRO in 2024. METRO is an international specialist in food wholesale, a partner of many small and mid-sized independent companies who have made it their goal to lift the food and hospitality sector to a new level and to take advantage of the unique opportunity that the comprehensive digitization of the industry presents.
Caterite Food & Wineservice Limited has worked hard to establish an enviable reputation for supplying customers with top-quality goods exactly to order, all delivered at competitive prices as part of a fast, friendly and efficient service in which extra is standard.
The Role
We are looking for a commercially focused General Manager to lead our Fresh Meat Department. Reporting to the Head of Fresh, you will have responsibility for the performance of the department, driving sales, profitability, product range and operational excellence.
You will be an experienced leader with strong commercial instincts and a solid understanding of fresh meat products. You will recognise commercial opportunities, drive profitable growth and ensure the operational standards are in place to deliver objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the Fresh Meat Department, ensuring operational and commercial objectives are achieved.
- Provide leadership and support to the Production Manager and wider team.
- Work with the Production Manager to establish and maintain production, quality and operational standards.
- Oversee pricing strategies and margin management to maximise profitability.
- Lead on departmental issues and communications across the business.
- Manage communications to sales representatives, supporting product promotion and upselling opportunities.
- Take responsibility for fresh meat range management.
- Oversee stock takes and stock control processes.
- Act as a key supplier contact, working closely with the Meat Buyer.
- Support continuous improvement across operations and commercial performance.
Requirements
- Proven experience in a general management role.
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Experience managing pricing, margins and commercial performance.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Commercially focused with the ability to drive business growth and operational efficiency.
Benefits
- Discounted company shopping account
- £500 refer-a-friend scheme
- 28 days holiday plus day for birthday
- Company pension (People’s Pension)
- Long service award
Schedule: Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5.00pm with flexibility to meet customer requirements and some Saturday working.
Location: On Site
Job Type: Full-time
Expected hours: 40 hours per week
Pay: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Work Location: In person
