Title: Catering Manager
Kidlington, OXF, GB, OX5 1RE
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Join Our Culinary Team – Catering Manager Wanted!
Location: Kidlington OX5 1RE
Job Ref: 596977
Pay: £17.80/hour (annual salary £37,150.74)
Hours: 40 hours/week. Rota: 5 days from 7, Mon - Fri with some weekend work)
Shifts: Hours: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM (may involve working alongside detainee labour in the kitchen)
We’re hiring a Catering Manager to join our committed team at Campsfield IRC.
You’ll be accountable for the management of all food preparation and site operations.
What You'll Do:
- Lead a team of chefs and enhanced inmates to prepare and deliver meals, 3 times a day. You will be managing the kitchen unit.
- Own and be fully accountable for the operational management and financial performance of the unit
- Be responsible for the preparation of basic quality foods within a set pre-ordered menu.
- Ensure the kitchen is clean and tidy and all stock checks are carried out correctly.
- Work and develop good commercial relationships with suppliers, ensuring receipt of service and quality levels required to obtain the highest financial return.
- Ensure all daily paper / computer work is complete and that inventories and statistical reports are completed correctly and at the right time.
What We're Looking For:
- Previous management experience in the food services or retail industry.
- NVQ Level 3 – Culinary or equivalent.
- Food Hygiene Certificate Level 3
- Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation
- Excellent numeracy skills; strong written and verbal skills
- Experience working in a large-scale kitchen
- Lived in the UK for the past 5 years and have a legal right to work and must be able to pass full security vetting and DBS checks.
Perks & Benefits:
- Free meals on shift + free parking.
- Access to Blue Light Membership and our Employee Benefits app (online GP, Employee Assistance Scheme, discounts, supermarket savings & more).
- Life assurance, pension, generous holidays (with buy-more option).
- Career development, training & apprenticeships.
- Internal promotion opportunities – we love to grow our own!
About Us:
At Aramark UK, we are proud to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and empowered to succeed. As a Disability Confident employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all abilities and are committed to providing the necessary support throughout your career journey.
We’re also recognised as a Forces Friendly employer and hold the prestigious ERS Gold Award, reflecting our dedication to supporting the Armed Forces community.
Our recruitment process is designed to be accessible to all. We offer reasonable adjustments at every stage—from application through to interview and employment. If you require any adjustments or have questions, please don’t hesitate to contact our recruitment team at careers@aramark.co.uk.
Join us in building a workplace where everyone can reach their full potential.
Apply now and show us the unique value you bring.