Catering Manager

Caterplus - More Than a Meal, It's a Community

At Caterplus, we don't just serve food - we create warm, welcoming spaces where the over-55 community can connect, share, and enjoy great company over delicious meals. Every dish is made with care, fresh ingredients, and a big helping of heart.

We are looking for an experienced and hands on full-time Catering Manager to lead a busy catering and hospitality operation in the High Wycombe area.

What you'll be doing

You will take responsibility for the smooth and efficient day-to-day running of the catering operation, ensuring every customer receives a warm, professional and consistent experience.

• Leading, motivating and supporting the catering team
• Maintaining high standards of food quality and customer service
• Supporting hospitality functions, events and special services
• Managing rotas, labour control and stock ordering
• Ensuring food safety, compliance and health & safety records are accurate and up to date
• Coaching and developing team members
• Building strong relationships with customers, colleagues and stakeholders
• Creating a welcoming, professional and customer focused environment
• Supporting kitchen or front of house operations when required
• Ensuring service runs efficiently during both planned and peak periods
• Create a positive and welcoming environment for both customers and colleagues.

No two days are the same. Some will be planned and structured, while others will require flexibility, calm leadership and a willingness to step in wherever needed - whether that's supporting the kitchen, assisting front of house, helping with hospitality events or guiding the team through a busy service.

What can you bring?

• Previous management experience within hospitality, catering or a similar environment
• Strong leadership and organisational skills
• A good understanding of food safety, compliance and due diligence
• Experience supporting functions, events or hospitality services
• The ability to coach, motivate and develop a team
• Clear communication skills and a calm approach under pressure
• A flexible, proactive and hands on management style
• A genuine passion for service, quality and customer experience

This role would suit someone who enjoys being visible, involved and operationally present - a manager who leads from the front, keeps standards high and helps create a warm and professional hospitality experience.

What We Offer

• Company benefits package
• Opportunities for development and progression
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• The chance to make a real impact within a service focused catering operation

Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks!

At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That's why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here's what's waiting for you:

• Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working - including part time roles, because life doesn't run on a 9-5 schedule.
• Plenty of Time to Unwind - 28 days of holiday, and after two years, enjoy even more with 31 days.
• Leave for life's important moments - whether family, personal or unexpected.
• Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
• Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
• Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!

We Celebrate You!

At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren't just policies, they're who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we're dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.

Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we're happy to help!