Area Support Manager Job
Area Support Manager
Location: Various sites across the region
Salary: £34,000
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Start Date: ASAP
Are you an experienced catering professional looking to take the next step in your management career? We’re seeking a highly motivated and adaptable Area Support Manager to provide operational and managerial support across multiple education and business sites. This is a key role for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys variety, and is passionate about delivering exceptional food and service standards.
About Us
We are a people-focused catering organisation delivering high-quality food and service across education and business sectors. Our mission is simple – top quality service and food create happy and successful people. We believe that great people make great businesses, and we encourage a culture of opportunity, training, and personal growth.
What We Offer
● Competitive salary and mileage reimbursement for all business travel
● Opportunities for professional development and training
● Supportive team culture with scope for career progression
● Varied working environment across multiple sites
● Uniform provided
Key Responsibilities
● Provide secondary support to Area Managers by managing catering operations across educational and business sites
● Deliver full catering, vending, and hospitality services when covering for Catering Managers during absence
● Support and train Catering Managers to achieve company targets and budgetary goals
● Lead and motivate teams, managing performance, training, and development
● Carry out disciplinary investigations and performance reviews as required
● Manage client relationships professionally, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and communication
● Maintain the highest standards of food hygiene, health and safety, and site compliance
● Conduct unit and health & safety audits to company standards
● Support stock taking and accurate completion of all operational paperwork
● Share best practice and operational insights across sites to drive continuous improvement
● Assist with recruitment, induction, and training of new staff
● Recommend and implement operational efficiencies and new systems to enhance performance
● Work flexibly across multiple sites as required, including occasional weekends and special functions
Requirements
● NVQ or City & Guilds Level 2 in Catering (minimum requirement)
● Proven experience in a contract catering management or supervisory role
● Strong organisational and communication skills with the ability to manage diverse teams
● IT proficient with experience using management systems and reporting tools
● Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to different environments
● Positive, proactive attitude and professional appearance
● Full driving licence and access to own transport (essential)
● Flexibility to work varied hours and travel between sites
● Enhanced DBS check required prior to appointment
How to Apply for Area Support Manager Job
If you’re a dynamic, hands-on catering professional ready for a new challenge, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to become our next Area Support Manager and play a vital role in delivering outstanding service and support across our diverse portfolio of catering sites.
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