Assistant Catering Manager
| Posting date: | 21 May 2026 |
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| Salary: | £24,960.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 June 2026 |
| Location: | Lowestoft, NR32 1XQ |
| Company: | Sodexo Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | SDX/TP/1159297/157733 |
Summary
Job Title: Catering Assistant Manager – Sodexo Birds Eye
Location: Lowestoft
Hours:30 hours per week
Shift Pattern:Monday-Thursday
Salary:£24,960 + Sodexo rewards and benefits
Position Summary
We are seeking ahighly organised and proactive Catering Assistant Manager to support the dailyoperation of a busy factory catering department. The successful candidate willassist in managing kitchen operations, food safety compliance, financial administration,stock control, staff supervision, and health & safety procedures whilehelping deliver high-quality food service to staff.
This role requiresstrong organisational skills, leadership ability, attention to detail, andconfidence using administrative systems and presenting operational data.
Key Responsibilities
OperationalManagement
- Support the Catering Manager with daily kitchen and catering operations.
- Support team members throughout daily operations.
- Ensure all HACCP paperwork is completed and signed off daily.
- Manage and maintain the staff clock-in system.
- Approve holiday requests and maintain staffing schedules.
- Order staff uniforms and supplies as required.
Food Safety & Health and Safety
- Conduct monthly Food Safety and Health & Safety audits.
- Report safety walks, near misses, and safety observations.
- Maintain and update risk assessments and ensure team sign-off completion.
- Manage the Sodexo Health & Safety Tracker.
- Create and deliver monthly safety moments and team safety communications.
- Ensure compliance with food hygiene, allergen, and health & safety regulations.
Financial& Administrative Duties
- Manage financial data and support budget monitoring.
- Manage accounts and weekly money counting/banking.
- Input stock counts into systems accurately.
- Order stock and approve supplier orders.
- Collect vendor numbers and input supplier data.
- Create till maps and update buttons/prices as required.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation.
StaffManagement & Training
- Train and support all catering staff.
- Conduct and document monthly team meetings.
- Create meeting minutes and operational updates.
- Promote a positive team culture and high performance standards.
Reporting& Presentations
- Create PowerPoint presentations for monthly Birds Eye meetings.
- Prepare and present Quarterly Business Reviews with clients.
- Produce operational reports and performance updates.
Skills & Experience Required
Essential
- Previous experience in catering, hospitality, or food service supervision.
- Strong understanding of food safety and HACCP procedures.
- Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations.
- Experience managing stock control and ordering systems.
- Administrative and financial record-keeping experience.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Ability to lead and train staff effectively.
- Competent using Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
Desirable
- Level 3 Food Hygiene qualification.
- IOSH or Health & Safety certification.
- Contract catering experience.
- Experience preparing business review presentations.
Personal Attributes
- Reliable and professional.
- Detail-oriented and organised.
- Positive and supportive leadership style.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Confident communicator with staff, suppliers, and clients.
Working Conditions
- Fast-paced catering environment.
- Combination of kitchen-based and administrative duties.
- Standing for extended periods and occasional lifting may be required.
- Adherence to strict hygiene and safety procedures.