Job Summary
As a Business Manager – Catering Services, you are an analytical leader and customer-focused innovator. Your expertise in managing catering operations, combined with financial acumen and passion for excellence, drives the delivery of high-quality services that exceed expectations.
Job Description
1. Oversee catering operations, including kitchen, onsite restaurants, hospitality events, and vending services.
2. Manage financial activities, including budgeting, forecasting, and client billing, ensuring profitability and accuracy.
3. Plan and organize staffing rotas to align with business needs and growth.
4. Ensure compliance with health and safety standards and licensing requirements.
5. Drive customer engagement through marketing initiatives and loyalty strategies.
6. Work collaboratively with client representatives and internal teams, such as Culinary Directors and Food Platform teams.
Requirements
1. Proven experience in business or catering management, with strong leadership skills.
2. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
3. Strong IT skills, including familiarity with systems like SAP and spreadsheets.
4. Commitment to fostering a safety-focused work environment.
5. Positive attitude, keen attention to detail, and passion for delivering exceptional customer service.
6. Familiarity with Sodexo policies and procedures.
7. Health and safety qualification or personal license holder.
Offerings
1. Flexible and dynamic work environment.
2. Access to ongoing training and development programs.
3. Countless opportunities to grow within the company.
4. Full training supplied.
5. Employees can opt to increase their employer contribution up to a maximum of 6% with an equal employee match.
6. Life Assurance - Coverage of 1x annual salary.
About Us
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. We operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services, and Personal & Home Services.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with diverse experiences, backgrounds, and identities.
We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations, and Origins.
We're a Disability Confident Leader employer. We're committed to changing attitudes towards disability and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfill their aspirations.