Catering Manager #1084
This is a Permanent, Full Time vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.
The Vacancy
We’re looking for a Catering Manager to lead our catering team at Dougie Mac, based at two hospice sits which operate 365 days a year service. We provide high-quality, nutritious meals for patients, staff, visitors and volunteers. You’ll have the opportunity to use your culinary and leadership skills in a rewarding environment that truly makes a difference.
About the Role
You’ll lead the kitchen team (staff and volunteers), manage budgets, and ensure our kitchen operates safely and efficiently to the highest hygiene and food safety standards. You’ll also be responsible for designing and preparing fresh, nutritious meals that meet a variety of dietary needs – from patients with specialist requirements and staff lunches.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee kitchen rotas and manage a dedicated team of staff and volunteers.
- Ensure full compliance with food hygiene, health and safety regulations.
- Take the lead on audits and improvement plans in line with governance expectations.
- Manage stock levels, ordering and maintain supplier relationships to ensure value for money.
- Work with clinical teams to ensure patients’ dietary needs are met.
- Plan menus and cook meals fresh daily for patients, staff, and visitors.
What We’re Looking For
- Professional Cookery Level 3 or equivalent in Catering.
- Level 2 Food Hygiene
- At least 3 years’ experience in catering (with 1 years at a senior level).
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Experience of managing budgets, audits and stock control.
- A hands-on approach with the ability to cook to a high standard.
- A flexible, organised and proactive mindset.
- Willingness to work some weekends as required.
Why Join Dougie Mac?
At Dougie Mac we care for our staff and provide a wide range of staff benefits;
- 35 days of annual leave, rising with length of service
- Options to buy and sell annual leave
- Hospice paid Healthcare Cash Plan
- Competitive Pension Scheme
- Paid for DBS by the hospice
- Learning & Development opportunities
Hours: 37.5 hours – 5 days a week
Salary: Circa £28,000 - £30,000
Closing Date: Sunday 29th June 2025
📩 How to Apply
Please complete the application form in full, paying particular attention to your personal statement. This should clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the job description and person specification.
📞 For more information, please contact:
Cris Hammond – Director of HR & Shared Services
📧 crishammond@dmhospice.org.uk 📱 01782 344300
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not provided.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy and interview early, in the event of a large number of applications.
Job Description & Person Specification below - Please note, our shortlisting process is based on these documents. In accordance with our safer recruitment policy CV’s alone will not be accepted. We are strongly committed to the Safeguarding of our adults and children.
About Us
At Dougie Mac we are recruiting employees to join our rapidly growing team. We currently have over 400 employees who work together to provide exceptional care and support to patients and their families in North Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent.
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