Catering General ManagerContract Catering – Independent Education SectorDorset, South West EnglandSalary: £50,000 + Excellent Benefits

About the RoleWe are proud to partner with the UK''s leading contract catering provider to recruit a Catering General Manager for a prestigious independent boarding school in Dorset. Renowned for its academic excellence and commitment to student wellbeing, the school places food at the heart of its community.

This is a high-profile leadership position, overseeing all aspects of the catering provision—including internal school services and external/commercial events—supported by a team of 40. With annual revenues exceeding £2 million, this role offers full responsibility for both operational delivery and financial performance.

We''re seeking a commercially minded leader, service-driven Catering General Manager who brings expertise from the education, hospitality, hotel, or wider catering sector. This is a unique opportunity to join a flagship site within a respected organisation, delivering outstanding food experiences in a rewarding environment. This role provide the opportunity to lead a flagship catering operation with real purpose and visibility.

Key ResponsibilitiesLead and inspire the catering team to deliver exceptional service and hospitality standards.Manage a multi-million-pound budget with full PandL accountability, ensuring strong financial performance.Provide strategic direction across the operations and client engagement, aligned with the school''s values and expectations.Develop, support, and coach the team, fostering a culture of quality, ownership, and customer focus.Build strong relationships with school stakeholders.Drive innovation, continuous improvement, and cost control to optimise commercial performance.

About YouProven experience in a senior catering, hospitality, or hotel leadership role—ideally within a high-volume, high-quality environment.Experience managing large teams and seven-figure budgets with a strong commercial track record.Confident, strategic leader with excellent operational and financial acumen.Inspirational people manager with a collaborative and hands-on approach.Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills with clients and internal teams.Well-organised, proactive, and adaptable—able to thrive in a high-expectation environment.

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