Catering Manager

Job Summary

Reading RG1 8AU is seeking an experienced, organized, and dependable Catering Manager to oversee catering operations, coordinate food service activities, and ensure excellent food quality and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate should have strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills and be comfortable managing a busy catering environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily catering operations and food service activities
• Plan and coordinate catering events, bookings, and service schedules
• Supervise, train, and support catering and kitchen staff
• Coordinate menus, food preparation, presentation, and portion standards
• Communicate with clients to understand catering requirements and special requests
• Manage food inventory, supplies, purchasing, and stock levels
• Monitor budgets, control costs, and minimize food waste
• Ensure timely delivery and smooth service for catering events
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe food preparation and service areas
• Follow food safety, hygiene, and workplace standards

Requirements

• Previous Catering Manager, Food Service Manager, or hospitality management experience preferred
• Strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills
• Excellent organizational and event coordination abilities
• Knowledge of food preparation, catering operations, and service standards
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Reliable, professional, and detail-oriented
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation regulations

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Pay: £14.00-£24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 34.0 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Flexible schedule
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person