Catering Manager

Company: University of Manchester Students' Union
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Location: Manchester
Job Description:

About the role

Still love hospitality? At Manchester Students’ Union, we’re looking for a Catering Manager to lead the day‑to‑day operation of our student‑focused catering offer, with a particular focus on Corridor Coffee and our Food Hall operations.

This hospitality management role runs at 35 hours per week, usually Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend days for key events.

The package is strong – £32,042 to 35,237 per year, 30 days annual leave, bank holidays, two additional paid weeks during Christmas closure, pension contributions matched up to 8%, a staff room with free snacks, discounts across cafés and bars, development opportunities and access to selected Manchester Academy gig tickets.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the day‑to‑day operation of the catering offer, overseeing Corridor Coffee and Food Hall operations.
  • Lead a small core team and a wider group of student staff, ensuring service is organised, standards are consistent, products are available and students, staff and visitors get a great experience.
  • Take ownership of staffing, stock, ordering, food safety, supplier relationships, training, promotions, waste, sales and service improvement.
  • Lead from the floor, think commercially and bring people with you.

Qualifications

Experience as Assistant Manager, Café Manager, Food Hall Manager, Catering Manager or junior General Manager who enjoys the buzz of a busy operation and can spot the details that make it work.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary £32,042 – 35,237 per year
  • 30 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays and two additional paid weeks during Christmas closure
  • Pension contributions matched up to 8%
  • A staff room with free snacks and discounts across our cafés and bars
  • Development opportunities
  • Access to selected Manchester Academy gig tickets
  • Clear values and purpose with real commercial ownership

Details

  • Salary: £32,042 – 35,237 per year
  • Contract: Permanent, Full‑time
  • Hours: 35 hours per week
  • Eligibility: Open to applicants with relevant skills and experience who are eligible to work in the UK at the start of employment

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Posted: June 23rd, 2026