Business Manager
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/1879335/153399
- Location: Garnerville, Belfast
- Job type: Full Time
- Salary: £38-40.000 per annum plus Sodexo Benefits
- Closing date: 13 February 2026
About the role
Business Catering Manager
Garnerville, Belfast | Full-Time/40h per week | £38,000 – £40,000 per annum | Monday to Friday
Lead with purpose. Thrive with support. Grow with Sodexo.
At Sodexo, we believe great service starts with people who feel supported, valued, and empowered. That’s why we place wellbeing, development, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do.
We’re now looking for an experienced and people-focused Business Catering Manager to lead a high-profile corporate catering contract in Garnerville, Belfast. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious hospitality leader who wants to make a real impact — while being genuinely supported to thrive both personally and professionally.
The Role
As Business Catering Manager, you’ll take full ownership of a well-established catering operation, leading teams to deliver exceptional food, service, and client satisfaction.
You will:
Lead, motivate, and develop a skilled catering and hospitality team
Ensure consistently high standards of food quality and front-of-house service
Manage financial performance, including budgets, labour, margins, and cost control
Drive client satisfaction by delivering all KPIs and service level agreements
Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety, Food Safety, HR, and Sodexo standards
Identify opportunities for innovation, growth, and continuous improvement
Build strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders
This role is ideal for a confident, innovative manager who is passionate about food, people, and service excellence — and ready to take the next step in their career.
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience in a similar catering or hospitality management role
Strong leadership and people management skills
Solid financial and P&L management experience
Excellent knowledge of Health & Safety and Food Safety regulations
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
A proactive, organised approach with great attention to detail
Relevant qualifications in Hospitality, IOSH (or equivalent) preferred
Why Join Sodexo?
This is more than just a job. It’s a place where you can belong, grow, and be supported — every step of the way.
Your wellbeing matters to us
, which is why we offer an outstanding benefits package designed to support your mental, physical, and financial health:
Wellbeing and Mental Health Support
Unlimited access to an online wellbeing platform
Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme providing mental health support, legal and financial advice, and help with work or personal challenges
24/7 Virtual GP Service
Career and Financial Benefits
Competitive salary of £38,000 – £40,000 per annum
Pension scheme to support your future
Ongoing learning, development, and clear career progression opportunities
Lifestyle Benefits
Sodexo Discounts Scheme with savings across major high street brands, available to friends and family
Bike to Work Scheme
Enhanced leave and family-friendly policies
A little more about Sodexo
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, SoTogether, Generations and Origins.
We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.
Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.
Ready to be part of something greater?
KEY BENEFITS
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Advice and guidance
Get help with legal, financial, personal or work issues whenever you need it. -
Pension Plan
Save effectively for your future when you join the Sodexo Pension Plan. -
Wellbeing support
Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7. -
Generous leave
For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge. -
Discounts and savings
Enjoy great deals from leading retailers and use our Bike to Work scheme -
Virtual GP
24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.
Social Impact
Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.
We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.
Garnerville, Belfast, United Kingdom
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