Catering Manager

Description:

Catering Manager | West Midlands

Salary £DOE

Do you love managing a busy restaurant? This independent, family-run garden centre is looking for an experienced Catering Manager to take ownership of their multi-faceted operation.

This is a hands-on, influential role where strong hospitality experience is essential.

The Role

You'll oversee all hospitality areas, including the restaurant, coffee shop, soft play, and grab-and-go units, ensuring exceptional customer experiences, strong financial performance, and high operational standards.

Operational Leadership
Team Leadership
Financial Performance
Customer Experience
Compliance & Safety
Stock & Supply Chain
Reporting & CommunicationAbout You

Essential

Proven experience as a General Manager or senior leader in hospitality
Experience managing multiple departments or sites
Strong financial and commercial acumen
Track record of leading and developing large teamsDesirable

Background in garden centres, leisure, or family-focused environments
Experience across both food service and leisure operations

Key Skills

Strong leadership and people management
Organised, detail-oriented, and solutions-focused
Commercially driven with a customer-first mindset
Thrives in fast-paced, high-volume environments
Confident communicator at all levels

KPIs

Revenue growth and profitability
Labour and cost control
Customer satisfaction
Team retention and engagement
Compliance and audit performance

Additional Information

Weekend and seasonal flexibility required
Hands-on leadership style with strong on-site presence expected

How to Apply

If you're ready to step into a role where expertise will be genuinely valued, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply below or contact Michail directly at (url removed) or (phone number removed) for a confidential conversation