🌟 We’re Hiring: Procurement & Catering Manager
📍 Location:
Vintage Tea Emporium – 38 Market Place, Uttoxeter, ST14 8HP

💰 Salary Range:
£35,000 – £40,000 per annum

📅 Start Date:
01/06/2025

🛂 Requirements:

• Must have the right to work in the UK

• Must be willing to relocate to Uttoxeter or a nearby area

🏢 Company:
Emporium Restaurants Ltd

📋 About the Role

We are looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented Procurement & Catering Manager to oversee our growing catering operations. This is a senior role requiring multitasking across procurement, event management, food trucks, and outdoor operations.

🔑 Key Responsibilities:

🛒 Procurement & Supply Chain Management

• Oversee all procurement and supply chain activities related to both indoor and outdoor catering

• Lead menu planning with the culinary team

• Manage inventory, purchasing, and vendor coordination

🎉 Event & Catering Oversight

• Plan and coordinate pre-booked private events (indoor & outdoor)

• Supervise food preparation from both the main restaurant and off-site venues

• Ensure smooth execution of events including catering and bar services

🚚 Food Trucks & Outdoor Market Stalls

• Advertise and manage logistics for food trucks and market stall locations

• Plan routes, schedule venues, and coordinate licensing & permits

• Oversee administration and costs related to food trucks and sales teams

👨‍🍳 Team & Stakeholder Coordination

• Work closely with chefs, kitchen managers, and restaurant managers

• Liaise with third-party stakeholders including suppliers, clients, and regulatory bodies

💼 Reporting

• Regularly report to the Office Manager on total revenue, costs, and operational efficiency of all catering services

💡 What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in procurement, event management, or catering operations

• Exceptional organization and leadership skills

• Strong communication and negotiation abilities

• Understanding of food safety, licensing laws, and budget control

• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously

📩 How to Apply:

If you’re passionate about food service and ready to take on a leadership role in a vibrant hospitality team, we’d love to hear from you!

👉 You can either:

• Email your CV and relevant qualifications to: 📧 hr@emporiumrestaurants.co.uk

• Or use the form below to apply for the job.