Location: Various venues / Head Office near Cirencester
Employer: Relish Event Catering, part of Relish Group Ltd
Contact: andy@relishgroup.co.uk | +44 (0)1285 658444
Salary: £35,000 per annum
About Us
At Relish Event Catering, we deliver outstanding event catering across green-field events, weddings, corporate and private functions. We pride ourselves on fresh, creative food, flawless service and memorable guest experiences.
Role Purpose
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Kitchen Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of our Production unit. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing stock levels, staff rota, kitchen production, and ensuring efficient mise en place for Production & events. This is a hands-on role requiring leadership, planning, and communication skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee food preparation and service across a variety of events (weddings, large corporate, festivals).
- Lead & mentor the kitchen team, including rota management, training & performance reviews.
- Manage stock, ordering, waste control; ensuring food cost and gross profit targets are met.
- Ensure all health & safety, hygiene, licensing and compliance standards are fully met.
- Liaise with operations/venues management to ensure service timing and venue requirements are achieved.
Essential Requirements
- Previous experience as a Kitchen Manager in event/large volume catering.
- Strong leadership skills & ability to work under pressure.
- Excellent organisational abilities and attention to detail.
- A clean driving licence is essential.
- Knowledge of food safety & hygiene legislation.
Benefits
- Opportunities for career progression within Relish Group.
- Employee discounts at Relish-run venues.
- Uniform supplied and wellbeing support.
- Travel expenses for event locations (where applicable).
How to Apply
Please submit:
- A brief CV highlighting your relevant experience.
- A cover letter explaining why you’re a good fit for Relish and for the role.
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