Assistant Catering Manager

• Assist in managing daily catering operations including staff restaurants, executive dining, meetings, and corporate events
• Ensure all food and beverage services are delivered to agreed standards, specifications, and service times
• Support the planning and execution of meetings, conferences, hospitality, and special events
• Monitor food presentation, portion control, and service quality at all times
• Handle client requests and resolve service issues professionally and promptly

• Supervise catering staff, including chefs, catering assistants, and front-of-house teams
• Support staff training, induction, and development
• Assist with staff rotas, attendance, and cover arrangements
• Promote a positive team culture focused on service excellence and professionalism
• Ensure staff comply with company policies, uniform standards, and behaviour expectations

• Ensure full compliance with HACCP, food safety, and health & safety regulations
• Carry out and support daily, weekly, and monthly checks
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety documentation
• Support audits and inspections, ensuring corrective actions are implemented

• Assist with stock ordering, receiving, and storage
• Monitor food waste and support cost-control initiatives
• Support budget management and achieve agreed financial targets
• Complete administrative tasks such as reports, allergen records, and service logs

• Act as a key point of contact for corporate clients and internal stakeholders
• Maintain strong working relationships with clients, suppliers, and colleagues
• Gather feedback and support continuous improvement of services
• Represent the catering team in a professional, customer-focused manner

• Previous experience in corporate, contract, or hospitality catering
• Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene, and health & safety
• Experience supervising or leading teams
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, professional corporate environment
• Good organisational and time-management skills

• Catering or hospitality qualification
• Experience in contract catering or large-scale operations
• Knowledge of dietary requirements, allergens, and nutrition
• Strong financial and stock control experience

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