Catering Manager

Catering Manager

Job Type:

Permanent

Job Sector:

Unspecified

Region:

North West

Location:

Rochdale

Salary Description:

Competitive

Posted:

11/05/2026

Recruiter:

Compass Group

Job Ref:

com/0505/87708001/52782540/R/STC Catering Manager - Highfield ClinicFull‑time | 40 hours per week£31015 per annumWe're recruiting a dedicated Catering Manager to lead the catering operation at Highfield Clinic, part of a Medirest Signature private healthcare contract. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a premium, patient‑focused environment where quality, service, and attention to detail are paramount.

As Catering Manager, you'll be fully responsible for the day‑to‑day delivery of catering services, including patient meals, staff catering, ward pantries, and hospital-led events. You'll lead and motivate a large team, ensuring high standards of food quality, safety, and customer care are consistently delivered.

Key responsibilitiesFull operational management of catering services across kitchen and ward areasLeading, training, and motivating a large and diverse teamMaintaining high standards of food quality, hygiene, and Health & SafetyEnsuring patient, visitor, and client expectations are met at all timesManaging budgets, stock, and financial performanceIdentifying and implementing service improvementsAbout youQualified Chef (NVQ Level 1 & 2 or City & Guilds 706/1 & 2)Minimum 4 years' experience in a catering management roleStrong people management and leadership skillsExcellent communication and organisational skillsCommercially minded with good financial and IT skillsSolid understanding of EHO and Health & Safety standardsAbout UsAs part of Compass you\'ll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK\'s biggest businesses.

Job Reference:

com/1303/87708001/52782540/STC #Medirest SignatureCompass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!