Catering Manager - Newcastle
| Posting date: | 13 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 April 2026 |
| Location: | Newcastle |
| Company: | Compass Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 213465 |
Summary
Catering Manager - Newcastle
Hours: 40 hours per week
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm
Salary: £35,000
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Catering Manager to lead the day-to-day catering operations at our Newcastle site. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong hospitality background who enjoys managing teams, delivering high-quality food service, and building positive client relationships.
The successful candidate will oversee operational standards, ensure compliance with food safety regulations, manage stock and ordering, and deliver excellent customer service.
Key Responsibilities
Manage daily catering operations and ensure smooth service delivery
Lead, support, and motivate the catering team
Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and compliance
Manage stock, ordering, and waste control
Monitor financial performance including GP and cost control
Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders
Ensure a high level of customer satisfaction at all times
Experience & Skills Required
1–3 years’ experience in catering or hospitality at management level
Experience in contract catering or large-scale catering environments preferred
Strong understanding of food safety, compliance, and operational standards
Basic financial awareness including ordering, stock control, waste management, and GP
Excellent customer service and people management skills
Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships
What We Offer
Monday–Friday schedule with no weekend work
Opportunity to lead a team in a well-established catering operation
Supportive working environment with opportunities for development
If you are an organised and enthusiastic catering professional ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.