Catering Operations Manager

3 weeks ago


Nottingham, Nottingham, United Kingdom Leicestershire County Council Full time

Contract Type: Fixed Term for 18 months

Working Hours: 1929 annualised hours

Worker Type: Onsite Worker

Salary: Starting Salary is £24,702 rising to £25,545 per annum (pro rata for part-time)

Location: Various locations across the council area

We are thrilled to present a remarkable opportunity for skilled professionals to join our team. If you are eager to contribute to a vibrant community, we invite you to explore this role further.

Working for Leicestershire County Council comes with numerous advantages. In addition to competitive remuneration, generous leave provisions, and access to a comprehensive pension scheme, we are dedicated to fostering an innovative, inclusive, and progressive workplace culture where every individual is empowered to excel.

In return, we seek individuals who are creative, motivated, and committed to enhancing the lives of our community members. If you are passionate about making a positive impact, we would love to hear from you.

Role Overview

The primary responsibility of this position is to manage an aspect of the catering and event hire operations, ensuring it is both commercially viable and consistently exceeds the expectations of our visitors.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will possess:

  • Practical experience in catering, including the preparation and service of high-quality food and beverages
  • A proven history of delivering outstanding customer service in a fast-paced environment
  • Comprehensive knowledge of current hygiene standards, administrative procedures, licensing, and Health & Safety compliance
  • Flexibility to work across various locations, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays

For more details about the benefits available to employees at Leicestershire County Council, please refer to our resources.

Important Information

We believe that work is defined by what you do, not where you do it. We offer various working arrangements tailored to the role, including hybrid options. Further information on worker types and their implications can be found on our applicant resources page.

Interviews will be scheduled at a later date.

By applying for this position, you agree to our terms and conditions.



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