Assistant Catering Manager

As an Assistant Catering Manager, you'll support the Catering Manager in delivering excellent food service and hospitality standards. You'll help manage daily operations, lead the catering team, and ensure customer satisfaction while maintaining high levels of quality, safety, and efficiency.

• Assist in managing day-to-day catering operations and staff supervision
• Support the delivery of high-quality food and beverage service
• Help ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety, and hygiene standards
• Assist with staff training, development, and performance monitoring
• Support stock control, ordering, and budget management
• Respond to customer feedback and resolve service issues promptly
• Collaborate with other departments to coordinate events and service delivery
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and team motivation
  
  Experience in catering or hospitality management, ideally in a supervisory role
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Good understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks
• Organised and detail-oriented approach
• Proficient in stock management and budgeting
• A positive, proactive attitude with a passion for hospitality
  
  Join our catering team at Whittington Hospital.
In hospitals, food is part of recovery. Every dish matters - whether it's helping someone regain strength, supporting clinical teams, or bringing comfort on a difficult day. We take pride in getting the details right. Fresh ingredients. Careful preparation. Consistent quality. This is food with purpose. And people who care about doing it properly. At Elior, the safety, dignity and wellbeing of the people we support is our priority. As part of our recruitment process, this role is subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check (where applicable)., At Elior, over 10,000 colleagues come together every day with one purpose: to enrich lives everywhere, every day. We're proud that 87% of our colleagues are proud to work here - and we think that's because people are given the support, trust and opportunities they need to thrive. Don't tick every box? Don't rule yourself out. We're looking for people with potential, passion and the right attitude, not just a checklist of experience. We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know.

At Elior, we believe people do their best work when they feel supported, valued and able to thrive. That's why we offer a benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, career, finances and life outside of work. Here's a taste of what you can expect when you join us:
• Free meals on shift
• Flexible and part-time working opportunities
• 28 days holiday, increasing to 31 days after two years' service
• Enhanced family, personal and compassionate leave policies
• Paid volunteering days
• Training, development and career progression opportunities
• Pension scheme, life assurance and financial wellbeing support
• Salary Advance, giving you access to a portion of your pay before payday
• A supportive, inclusive culture where everyone can thrive
Plus access to Elior Spark, our enhanced wellbeing platform, offering support for you and your immediate family, including:
• 24/7 virtual GP appointments
• Mental health support, counselling and therapy sessions
• Physiotherapy services and second medical opinions
• Online gym and workout programmes
• Legal and financial advice
• Nutrition, fitness and lifestyle guidance
• Meditation and mindfulness resources
• Dedicated wellbeing helplines and expert support whenever you need it