Catering Manager
| Posting date: | 03 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 April 2026 |
| Location: | E14 4PU |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | ISS Facilities Services |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 152665 |
Summary
Catering Manager
Contract: Government
Location: London, E14 4PU
Hours of work: 40
Contract Type: Permanent
We are seeking a highly organised and detail-focused Catering Manager to lead and coordinate a busy catering operation.
This role requires someone who can effectively organise themselves and others, ensuring seamless service delivery in a fast-paced environment.
Strategic thinking, operational oversight and a commitment to excellence will be essential to drive the growth and profitability of the business.
Job Description
We are looking for an individual who brings their full self to the role, offering a unique contribution to our team and culture.
You will play a key part in food ordering, menu planning, HSEQ compliance, stock control and customer satisfaction, while leading and motivating a dedicated catering team.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, guide and support catering staff to deliver all elements of the catering service efficiently and effectively
Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal teams, the Client and external partners
Develop, manage and evaluate objectives and targets for the contract, including producing a Business Plan
Plan, allocate and monitor workloads to ensure all objectives are met
Manage effective recruitment, training and development, including succession planning for key roles
Ensure compliance with food safety, operations, HR, recruitment and disciplinary policies
Maintain a healthy, safe and secure environment and comply with all Health & Safety legislation
Manage people and financial resources to maximise the profitability of the contract through effective control procedures
Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications
Experience in hospitality food production
Level 3 Food Safety qualification
Well presented, clean and professional
Pleasant, engaging and a strong team player
Able to work unsupervised and lead a catering operation
The Company
ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience.
Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it’s hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people.
We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #ISSGreatPeople #ISSTalent #PeopleMakePlace
ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer.
ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background.
We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government’s Disability Confident scheme.
Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work.
If you have any further queries regarding this role, please contact the Resourcing Team by emailing resourcing.team@uk.issworld.com
Contract: Government
Location: London, E14 4PU
Hours of work: 40
Contract Type: Permanent
We are seeking a highly organised and detail-focused Catering Manager to lead and coordinate a busy catering operation.
This role requires someone who can effectively organise themselves and others, ensuring seamless service delivery in a fast-paced environment.
Strategic thinking, operational oversight and a commitment to excellence will be essential to drive the growth and profitability of the business.
Job Description
We are looking for an individual who brings their full self to the role, offering a unique contribution to our team and culture.
You will play a key part in food ordering, menu planning, HSEQ compliance, stock control and customer satisfaction, while leading and motivating a dedicated catering team.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, guide and support catering staff to deliver all elements of the catering service efficiently and effectively
Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal teams, the Client and external partners
Develop, manage and evaluate objectives and targets for the contract, including producing a Business Plan
Plan, allocate and monitor workloads to ensure all objectives are met
Manage effective recruitment, training and development, including succession planning for key roles
Ensure compliance with food safety, operations, HR, recruitment and disciplinary policies
Maintain a healthy, safe and secure environment and comply with all Health & Safety legislation
Manage people and financial resources to maximise the profitability of the contract through effective control procedures
Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications
Experience in hospitality food production
Level 3 Food Safety qualification
Well presented, clean and professional
Pleasant, engaging and a strong team player
Able to work unsupervised and lead a catering operation
The Company
ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience.
Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it’s hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people.
We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #ISSGreatPeople #ISSTalent #PeopleMakePlace
ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer.
ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background.
We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government’s Disability Confident scheme.
Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work.
If you have any further queries regarding this role, please contact the Resourcing Team by emailing resourcing.team@uk.issworld.com
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
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About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.