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Project Manager
Job Posted: 5 days ago
Salary: £ 45,000 - 55,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Cumbria
Expire in: 23 days
Job Description
Project Manager – Catering Transformation (Fixed Term: 6–9 Months)
Location: Lake District
While on-site presence is required, flexible working models are considered – including part-time.
Contract Type: Fixed Term (6–9 months, possible extension to 12)
Salary: £45,000–£55,000
Start Date: January 2026
My client is undertaking an exciting transformation of their catering operations. We are seeking a dynamic and commercially minded Project Manager to lead a structured change programme that will redefine the food service offer, improve profitability, and enhance the customer experience.
The Role
As Project Manager, you will be responsible for delivering a high-impact catering transformation project. You will work closely with operational teams and senior stakeholders to simplify processes, embed new standards, and roll out a consistent catering brand across multiple sites.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the end-to-end delivery of the catering transformation project.
Coordinate project timelines to minimise disruption to trade.
Collaborate with site teams to embed new processes and build engagement.
Track progress against KPIs and report regularly to senior leadership.
Champion customer focus, commercial awareness, and best practice.
Manage Health & Safety throughout the project lifecycle.
Work closely with the Catering Manager and General Manager at RER.About You
Essential:
Proven experience managing projects or transformation programmes in catering, hospitality, or food service.
Strong understanding of catering operations, cost control, and customer service.
Track record of delivering change initiatives on time and within budget.
Excellent organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Commercially astute with data-driven decision-making ability.
Confident influencer with cross-functional collaboration skills.Desirable:
Project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, APM).
Experience in visitor attractions, leisure, or multi-site catering.
Knowledge of sustainable catering practices.What You Will Deliver
Streamlined Operations: Efficient, simplified catering model across all sites.
Improved Profitability: Enhanced margins through consistent offer and staffing.
Catering Brand Rollout: Unified, customer-facing brand across the site.
Quality Framework: Standardised food quality and service benchmarks.
Team Engagement: Aligned teams with new standards and culture.About Us
This Project Manager role is handled by McCarthy Recruitment, an award-winning multi sector recruiter. We believe that you matter and care about unlocking your full potential.
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