Catering Manager - Buckingham

Blue Arrow Milton Keynes is currently recruiting an experienced Catering Manager / Chef Manager on a temporary, ongoing basis for an exciting on-site Farm Kitchen operation.

About the Role

You will be responsible for leading and managing the entire catering department within a vibrant Farm Kitchen environment, serving a family-friendly menu using fresh, seasonal and home-grown produce wherever possible. This is a hands-on leadership role, requiring a strong operational presence in both the kitchen and front-of-house.

Key Responsibilities

• Hands-on cooking and overseeing daily food production and service delivery
• Leading, motivating and managing the catering team
• Rota planning and staff management
• Ensuring full compliance with food hygiene, health & safety regulations
• Menu planning and development in line with seasonal produce
• Managing financial performance, including stock control and margins
• Supporting and delivering on-site events
• Acting as Duty Manager, taking overall charge of the site when required

Requirements

• Proven experience in a Catering Manager or Chef Manager role
• Strong leadership and organisational skills
• Confident working in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment
• Sound knowledge of food safety and health & safety compliance
• Must be a driver due to location and operational needs
• Flexible to work weekends initially (this may be reviewed following successful completion of probation)

What's on Offer

• Temporary, ongoing assignment
• Immediate start
• Opportunity to lead a unique, fresh-food-focused catering operation
• Support from Blue Arrow Milton Keynes throughout your assignment

If you're an experienced Catering Manager looking for your next hands-on leadership role and can start immediately, we'd love to hear from you.

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