Business Development Manager

Are you a driven sales professional with a passion for foodservice and a talent ...

Location

United Kingdom , Devon

Salary:

35000.00 - 38000.00 GBP / Year

Zest Food Jobs

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven success in business development or account management within the foodservice sector
Strong catering product knowledge and an understanding of the hospitality industry
A confident communicator who can influence decision-makers at all levels
Excellent negotiation and organisational skills, with commercial acumen to match
Passionate about customers and delivering top-tier service
PC literate - training provided for internal systems
Full driving licence and able to pass a Basic DBS check

Job Responsibility

Taking full ownership of a defined geographical patch (Southwest)
Actively prospecting and converting new clients within hospitality, leisure, and catering
Managing and growing existing accounts to exceed sales and margin targets
Collaborating with internal teams and suppliers to drive value and insights
Delivering consistently high customer service through regular contact and thoughtful account management
Reporting to the Regional Sales Manager and supported by a dedicated customer service advisor

What we offer

Bonus Scheme
Company Car/Allowance
Professional development and career progression
Company pension scheme
Long service awards
Death in service benefit
Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
Discounts on food products

Fulltime

Catering Manager

We’re looking for an experienced Catering Manager to lead the delivery of except...

Location

United Kingdom , Coventry

Salary:

38000.00 GBP / Year

14forty

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum 3 years’ experience managing catering operations ideally in a busy, high-volume site
Strong leadership, communication, and client relationship skills
Proven ability to manage budgets, costs, and performance targets
Confident leading large teams across multiple shift patterns
Solid understanding of food safety legislation and experience implementing HACCP systems
Commercial awareness and confidence using digital catering systems (EPOS, stock control, compliance tools)

Job Responsibility

Oversee all catering operations to meet contractual, financial, and service objectives
Build strong client relationships through regular communication, performance reviews, and innovation
Manage budgets effectively, controlling labour, food, and operating costs to achieve profit targets
Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing catering team with a focus on engagement, retention, and progression
Step into the kitchen to support the team during periods of annual leave, absence, or peak service demand
Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and food hygiene standards, including HACCP and audit requirements
Use data and KPIs to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence

Fulltime

Product Manager

Andersen is hiring a Product Manager for a global leader in communication. The p...

Location

Salary:

Not provided

Andersen

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience as a product manager with a proven track record of successfully launching and growing software products from 0-1, ideally in the advertising or media industry for 5+ years
Experience with OKR for 1+ years
Excellent business acumen and proven ability to work with senior commercial stakeholders
Experience conducting product discovery with users
Experience with Scrum and Agile principles
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage laterally in a hybrid working environment
Outstanding written and oral communication that can break down complex concepts and adapt communication to different audiences
A strong data sense for interpreting trends and translating them into insights for data-driven decision-making
Strategic thinker with a practical mindset
Level of English – from Upper-Intermediate and above

Job Responsibility

Developing and executing the product strategy and roadmap, driving innovation and aligning with the company’s strategic goals
Reporting to the Director of Product as part of the technology organization and working with agile teams that build and run software products 100% in the cloud
Becoming a trusted thought partner for your business stakeholders, understanding business needs, and executing product roadmap to unlock business value
Employing a continuous discovery approach to understand user needs, integrating user feedback into product development to improve satisfaction and maximize business impact
Communicating with stakeholders regularly, setting clear and realistic expectations, timelines and feasibility – and ensuring your team delivers on them reliably
Building up trust with the engineering, data and UX teams by ensuring what is built is aligned with business values, but also allows room for research, refactoring, proper security, scalability and automation
Being hands-on involved in developing products and features, ensuring we learn fast, and that the development caters to business requirements and customer needs
Defining key business goals, KPIs, and success metrics, tracking them, and improving upon them
Defining KPIs, success metrics (using OKRs). Regularly analyzing product metrics and performance, driving improvements based on quantitative and qualitative data
Operating effectively within an agile environment, managing the product life cycle and maintaining a clear and concise product roadmap

What we offer

Andersen cooperates with such companies as Siemens, Johnson & Johnson, AstraZeneca, BNP Paribas, Allianz, Ryanair, TUI, Verivox, Media Markt, etc.
For the past four years, our company has been growing annually by 60–100%, and we constantly involve top-notch specialists in our team
Andersen has mentoring and adaptation systems for new employees, and transparent performance review and assessment systems will allow you to determine your development path and plan your growth
The most important thing that we value in our employees is a commitment to continuous learning. The company supports them in this and gives them access to the best educational platforms, seminars, and practices. In addition, for over 18 years, Andersen has assembled a huge knowledge base and established a robust resource management institution
We have been strengthening our expertise since 2007. During this time, we have formed excellent teams with streamlined processes, where you can learn something new from your colleagues every day and enjoy your work
We are a cool young team of like-minded people communicating informally
You'll have a stable and competitive salary and an extensive benefits package
At Andersen, we have many different ways to grow. You can improve as a specialist or a manager, and all your activities will be decently rewarded

Chef Manager

We’re looking for a Chef Manager who can do more than cook. This is a role for a...

Location

United Kingdom , Solihull

Salary:

30108.00 GBP / Year

14forty

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience as a Chef Manager or Head Chef with strong operational experience
A passion for fresh food, seasonal ingredients, and high-quality service delivery
Great communication and leadership skills, you inspire others with your energy
A strong sense of ownership and ability to manage client relationships
Strong financial acumen. You understand P&L, cost control, and business KPIs
Excellent communication and people management skills. You build trust, lead by example, and bring out the best in your team

Job Responsibility

Oversee the full catering operation from food to finance to front of house
Lead, develop and motivate your team to deliver excellent service every day
Managing food costs, margins, waste and labour with commercial precision
Build strong relationships with our clients and guests. Understanding their needs, exceeding expectations and delivering service with an impact
Ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety and company standards at all times
Drive consistency and quality across the kitchen and wider catering operation

What we offer

Exciting culinary pathways for team members who want to level up
With real-time mentoring, hands-on experience, and the chance to earn recognised qualifications

Fulltime

Chef Manager

We’re looking for a Chef Manager who can do more than cook. This is a role for a...

Location

United Kingdom , Gwynedd

Salary:

31965.00 GBP / Year

14forty

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience as a Chef Manager or Head Chef with strong operational experience
A passion for fresh food, seasonal ingredients, and high-quality service delivery
Great communication and leadership skills, you inspire others with your energy
A strong sense of ownership and ability to manage client relationships
Strong financial acumen. You understand P&L, cost control, and business KPIs
Excellent communication and people management skills. You build trust, lead by example, and bring out the best in your team

Job Responsibility

Oversee the full catering operation from food to finance to front of house
Lead, develop and motivate your team to deliver excellent service every day
Managing food costs, margins, waste and labour with commercial precision
Build strong relationships with our clients and guests. Understanding their needs, exceeding expectations and delivering service with an impact
Ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety and company standards at all times
Drive consistency and quality across the kitchen and wider catering operation

Fulltime

New

Catering Sales Manager

At Booker, we pride ourselves on delivering a diverse range of high-quality food...

Location

United Kingdom , Aldershot

Salary:

Not provided

Booker Group

Expiration Date

April 03, 2026

Requirements

Proven track record in sales, account management, or business development, ideally within the food/catering sector (other sectors considered)
Solid understanding of the catering/food service market or willingness to learn
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with active listening to understand customer needs and provide appropriate solutions
Ability to quickly build rapport and adapt your style to meet customer needs
Willingness to learn and quickly understand our products, club cards, and rewards
Ability to handle objections and maintain a positive attitude in challenging situations
Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and able to work autonomously as well as part of a team
Good commercial awareness to support profitable decisions

Job Responsibility

Identifying and developing new and existing business opportunities within your targeted area
Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective customers
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure we meet customer needs and drive sustainable profits
Staying up to date on market trends and share this knowledge with customer and the business
Represent the company at industry events and trade shows
Following our Business Code of Conduct and always acting with integrity and due diligence championing diversity and inclusion

What we offer

10% off all Booker purchases, with double discount events up to three times a year
Access to a Tesco Colleague Clubcard after three months, offering additional discounts and perks across the Tesco Group
Up to 30% off insurance products such as Pet, Home & Car
Save As You Earn Scheme
Health and Wellbeing support for you and your family via our Virtual GP and Employee Assistance Programme, accessible 24/7, plus many more benefits!
A company-wide performance related bonus scheme up to 6%
A car allowance is available, where applicable
Training & development and opportunities to progress
Catering sales incentive scheme for additional earning opportunity

!

New

Catering Sales Manager

At Booker, we pride ourselves on delivering a diverse range of high-quality food...

Location

United Kingdom , Brighton

Salary:

Not provided

Booker Group

Expiration Date

April 03, 2026

Requirements

Proven track record in sales, account management, or business development, ideally within the food/catering sector (other sectors considered)
Solid understanding of the catering/food service market or willingness to learn
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with active listening to understand customer needs and provide appropriate solutions
Ability to quickly build rapport and adapt your style to meet customer needs
Willingness to learn and quickly understand our products, club cards, and rewards
Ability to handle objections and maintain a positive attitude in challenging situations
Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and able to work autonomously as well as part of a team
Good commercial awareness to support profitable decisions

Job Responsibility

Identifying and developing new and existing business opportunities within your targeted area
Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective customers
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure we meet customer needs and drive sustainable profits
Staying up to date on market trends and share this knowledge with customer and the business
Represent the company at industry events and trade shows
Following our Business Code of Conduct and always acting with integrity and due diligence championing diversity and inclusion

What we offer

10% off all Booker purchases, with double discount events up to three times a year
Access to a Tesco Colleague Clubcard after three months, offering additional discounts and perks across the Tesco Group
Up to 30% off insurance products such as Pet, Home & Car
Save As You Earn Scheme
Health and Wellbeing support for you and your family via our Virtual GP and Employee Assistance Programme, accessible 24/7, plus many more benefits!
A company-wide performance related bonus scheme up to 6%
A car allowance is available, where applicable
Training & development and opportunities to progress
Catering sales incentive scheme for additional earning opportunity

!

New

Catering Proposition Manager

Booker Group is recruiting for an Catering Proposition Manager, responsible for ...

Location

United Kingdom , Manchester / Wellingborough

Salary:

Not provided

Booker Group

Expiration Date

March 27, 2026

Requirements

Strong commercial and customer insight skills
Ability to translate data and trends into clear proposals
Skilled at developing and improving customer propositions
Effective cross‑functional collaborator
Clear communicator
Strong planning and project management
Able to create compelling marketing briefs and customer messaging
Proven experience shaping or developing customer propositions
Track record of improving sales or profit through proposition changes
Experience using customer insight and KPIs to drive recommendations

Job Responsibility

Develop and evolve the catering proposition
Create, refine, and continually improve the catering offer to ensure it meets customer needs and commercial goals
Drive sales and profit growth
Ensure proposition development aligns with commercial targets
Collaborate on the Catering Trade Plan
Cross functional working to ensure the catering trade plan drives value and excitement for our catering customers
Marketing and Communications Input
Partner with marketing teams to create compelling in‑store, digital, and other marketing materials that showcase the proposition and drive customer engagement
Performance Insights
Translate customer feedback, market trends, performance KPI’s into clear proposals and build business cases with supporting evidence to drive internal decision‑making

What we offer

A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year
After 3 months service, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most purchases at Tesco for a 4 day period after every four-weekly pay day
10% off pay monthly & SIM only deals with Tesco Mobile for yourself
Up to 30% off car, pet and home insurance at Tesco bank
Free eye test when you spend £50 or more
50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy
Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover rates
An exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases including a cycle to work scheme
After 3 months service, you can join our annual Save As You Earn share scheme
Retirement savings plan (pension) - save up to 5% and Booker will match your contribution

Fulltime

Business Development Manager – Commercial Catering

Perigon Search

Location:
United Kingdom , Nationwide

Category:
Sales

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Posted:
December 26, 2025

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