Title:  Catering Manager

Your Aramark journey starts here

Are you looking to work in a fun but busy environment as part of a team delivering service and to an array of customers? Are you looking for a challenge on a flexible full time basis? Want to join a cracking team and a business that has opportunities across the UK? If the answer is yes, then read on.
We are currently recruiting for a Catering Manager to be a part of our integral team at RAF Lossiemouth, IV31 6SD

Perks of the job

• £27,000 per year
• Full time - 40 hours per week
• 5 days over 7
• Free on-site parking
• Free meals on shift
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Life assurance and Pension scheme
• MyStaffShop discounts – including savings on your weekly supermarket shop!
• Cycle2Work Scheme / Refer a friend Scheme
• You will also be joining a great team, with fabulous career prospect and could lead to but to all sorts of opportunities – we LOVE to promote from within!
• As we are passionate about developing our people from within, great training is provided, we do not look for experience, we need a good attitude and the willingness to learn.

What you'll be doing

• Operational management and financial performance of the unit food and beverage function
• Work closely with the Chefs, Mess Managers and Stewards to ensure correct stock level are maintained
• Manage and account for client specialist stock
• Manage all events business on station
• Champion excellent customer service and effectively implement all customer communication 
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• Manage and direct the effective delivery of special functions or events
• Ensure all weekly menus are JSP compliant and accurately presented to the Mess Members
• 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 client reports are completed correctly and at the right time 
• Knowledge of all applicable personnel policies, labour laws and agreements 
• Ensure strict compliance with Aramark Hygiene and Safety requirements

Finance

• Ensure billing and debt recovery for the operation 
• Line management, scheduling and performance management of catering team 
• Plan and lead team management meetings and daily briefings

Health and Safety

• Ensure workpacks and staff training records are maintained as per company policy
• Ensure that any equipment issues that may result in causing risk to staff or client and customers are reported to the health and safety helpline
• Ensure that all food diaries on site are checked and actions taken as appropriate
   

Experience

• Previous management experience in the food services or retail industry but not essential
• Ability and full confidence in producing reports across all areas of the business 
• Lead by example, be able to manage a team of colleagues and have a positive, can do attitude
• A DBS check will be required
• Excellent numeracy skills; strong written and verbal skills
• Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2 or 3 would be ideal but not essential
• Health and Safety qualification level 2 would be ideal but not essential
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation would be ideal but not essential 
   

About Aramark

Northern Europe - Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

Northern Europe - About Aramark

Aramark is a leading service and solutions provider in Northern Europe. We proudly support clients, partners and customers in food, facilities management, property services, and retail solutions. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you’re pursuing — a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work — our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Aramark Northern Europe is an equal opportunities employer.