Passionate about food? Want to take the next step in your career with the world’s leading foodservice and hospitality provider? Look no further. We are seeking a talented and driven Catering Manager to lead operations across a vibrant site. This is a full-time, permanent position, working 39 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
As Catering Manager, you will take full ownership of delivering a world-class hospitality experience across several modern coffee shops, a busy hospitality team, and a premium client entertainment floor. You will ensure every guest receives exceptional service — from the moment they arrive to the moment they leave.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee daily operations across catering and hospitality services to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery.
Ensure full compliance with Compass policies, health & safety regulations, and food hygiene standards.
Drive financial performance through accurate budgeting, forecasting, and profit & loss (P&L) management.
Control costs effectively, including labour, food, waste, agency usage, and overheads.
Develop and manage staffing plans aligned with business needs and budgetary constraints.
Lead, coach, and develop the team, supporting performance, training, and career progression.
Foster a positive team culture that encourages collaboration, accountability, and engagement.
Build strong client relationships through regular communication, reporting, and strategic partnership.
Ensure exceptional customer service, proactively resolving issues and exceeding client expectations.
Promote innovation in food offering, service design, and customer experience.
Lead and support change initiatives, including new service rollouts and continuous improvement projects.
Act as a Compass brand ambassador, representing company values and standards at all times.
About You
Proven leadership experience in foodservice or hospitality management.
Strong commercial awareness with solid budgeting and P&L management skills.
Passionate about quality, service, and continuous improvement.
Skilled in building client relationships and leading high-performing teams.
Confident communicator with strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and adaptable in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.
At Compass Ireland, our people are our business. When you join the Compass Group you will be joining a supportive network of incredible individuals, each united by their passion for going the extra mile for the organisations we partner with. We are building a team who care about providing a great customer experience and want to grow and develop as we do. We are dedicated to investing in every colleague joining us and pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer; we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all our colleagues. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
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