Assistant Retail Catering Manager (847050)

Salary range :  £28,592-£30,986

FTE :  1.0 (35 hours per week)

Term :  Open

Closing date : 08/11/2026

The Assistant Catering Manager will play a key role in leading the University’s retail catering operations, working alongside the Deputy Retail Catering Manager, Supervisors, and Team Leaders to deliver the University’s Catering Strategy and annual operating plan.

Catering and Hospitality, part of Campus Services, generates around £4 million annually, with Retail Catering contributing approximately £1.6 million across ten busy café outlets and plans to expand further in the next two years.

As a hands-on leader, you’ll manage and motivate staff to deliver friendly, efficient service that enhances the experience of students, staff, and visitors. You’ll take responsibility for staff recruitment and development, stock and resource management, and the implementation of sustainable practices across outlets.

We’re looking for someone with experience in catering, hospitality, or retail management, ideally across multiple sites. You’ll have strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills, with a passion for great food, excellent service, and continuous improvement. Energetic, adaptable, and customer-focused, you’ll bring creativity and professionalism to a role where no two days are the same.