Catering Manager
Role Description
We are looking for a professional to manage the full day to day running of two of our cafes. Leading your team you will be responsible for ensuring the highest level of quality service is achieved whilst protecting costs and thus profit.
You will be responsible for all legislative regulations within the catering outlets, including a responsibility for staff training and legal compliance.
You will work with us to explore opportunities to further grow the business and introduce new products and specialities.
An ability to react to changes in customer demand and ensuring all stakeholders are happy is essential.
Experience of managing a team of staff within a large catering operation is essential.
The starting salary will be £30,029.22 a year.
Hours of work will average 37 per week on a “5 days out of 7” basis with flexibility to support business demand including evening and weekend work.
Why Should You Apply?
- We offer 38 annual leave days, includes the public and bank holidays, and closure days over Christmas and New Year period
- A car parking on premises is available and subject to competitive monthly fees
- We provide 10% discount at on-campus Nisa retail shops (T&Cs apply)
- We offer discounted postage services (National and International)
- We provide concession rates to use York winning sports facilities, York Sports Village and York Sports Centre
- We offer Competitive rates at Campus Nursery and Cycle to Work Schemes
- We offer discounted rates on local retailers and services that are exclusive to YCL
Interview Date: 13 March 2026
York Commercial Ltd. (YCL) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the University of York. The Head Office is situated at the University of York, Heslington, York, YO10 5DD and the Directors of YCL are appointed by the Council of the University of York. The successful candidate will be appointed on YCL terms and conditions of employment.
The University strives to be diverse and inclusive – a place where we can ALL be ourselves.
We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at the University.
We offer family friendly, flexible working arrangements, with forums and inclusive facilities to support our staff.
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