Catering Manager – Kildare €55K

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Catering Manager for our client, a leading food service and hospitality provider based in Kildare.

Location: Kildare

Salary: €50-55K 

Hours: Monday to Friday

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver consistent quality in planning and execution of catering for the unit.
• Demonstrate established company solutions to ensure consistency, quality and efficiency within consumer driven offerings.
• Lead catering team to ensure quality in final presentation of food.
• Train and lead employees to ensure knowledge of food menus and promotional calendars.
• Reward and recognize employees.
• Monitor team performance and provide regular feedback. Plan and execute team meetings 
• Complete and maintain all staff records including training records, schedules and performance data.
• Manage client relationships, ensuring satisfaction and handling special requests or issues.
• Oversee food preparation and presentation to meet quality and brand standards.
• Supervise catering staff, including scheduling, training, and performance management.
• Maintain budgets and inventory, including ordering supplies and minimising waste.

The Ideal candidate:

• 3+ years in a similar position
• Experience within hotels, corporate catering would be an advantage

• Strong leadership and team management skills.

• A proactive and solution-focused mindset.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Excellent financial acumen and commercial awareness.

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