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

Director of Catering

The Director of Catering will lead and manage the catering team, ensuring effici...

Location

United States of America , Chicago

Salary:

120000.00 - 140000.00 USD / Year

Four Seasons

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong commercial acumen, leadership, and team management skills
Commitment to employee training, learning, and development
Proven experience in event planning, catering, and sales management
Understanding of catering, menu planning, food and beverage service standards, and banquet operation matters
Knowledge of event management software (e.g., Golden Sales & Catering, Opera or similar tools)
Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
Ability to manage large teams, handle complex schedules, and coordinate across departments
Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills
Excellent verbal and written proficiency in English

Job Responsibility

Lead, mentor, and manage the catering team
Actively solicit and secure new business, including corporate, social, and group events
Optimize space utilization and manage function space allocation
Work with Sales & Marketing and Revenue teams to develop event pricing strategies
Lead sales activities, including responding to inquiries, managing leads, and driving event conversions
Build and maintain relationships with key accounts, event planners, and stakeholders
Work with the Director of Banquet Operations and Executive Chef to monitor and manage Banquet and Food & Beverage expenses and revenues
Liaise with department heads to ensure smooth execution of all Catering and Group events
Oversee audio-visual requirements and ensure all logistical aspects of the event are handled efficiently
Prepare reports on booking pace, forecasting, month-end analysis, and other relevant metrics

What we offer

Energizing Employee Culture
Comprehensive learning and development programs
Competitive wages and benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision and Retirement Plan)
Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
Eligibility to Annual Incentive Program
401(k) Retirement Plan including Employer Matching Program
Inclusive and diverse employee engagement & recognition events all year-round
Exclusive discount and travel programs with Four Seasons
Complimentary Employee Meals

Fulltime

Commercial Director

The Commercial Director is responsible for driving the hotel’s overall commercia...

Location

Tunisia , Tunis

Salary:

Not provided

Four Seasons

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Education: (4) year college/university degree (or equivalent)
Experience: Previous experience as a DOS or Sales Manager in a Hotel or Resort
Effective leadership capabilities
Team player
Ability to think critically and evaluate best possible solutions
Ability to work independently, solve problems, take initiative and demonstrate solid judgment
Well organized, able to set priorities
Ability to multitask
Revenue management practices and Four Seasons standards including working knowledge of RevFinder
Knowledge of Corporate marketing resources

Job Responsibility

Drive hotel’s overall commercial performance by leading sales, marketing, revenue management and related functions
Ensure strategic commercial initiatives maximize revenue across all business units—Rooms, F&B, Spa, and other outlets
Maintain strong brand identity
Provide strategic leadership
Develop revenue-generating strategies
Manage budgets
Oversee execution of commercial plans to support hotel’s long-term growth and market positioning
Build, lead, coach, train and develop a strong team
Provide direction on pricing, Revenue Management, MarCom, Rooms and Catering sales strategy and tactics
Develop dynamic and open communication process between all parties

Fulltime

Commercial Director

We are seeking a Commercial Director to join our Executive Leadership Team and p...

Location

Azerbaijan , Baku

Salary:

Not provided

Four Seasons

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven leadership experience in hotel commercial operations, with at least five years in a senior commercial or revenue leadership capacity
A degree in Business, Hospitality Management, Marketing, Finance, or a related discipline
Strong expertise across Sales, Revenue Management, Catering, Digital Marketing, Distribution, and Brand Strategy within a luxury or upper-upscale hospitality environment
Demonstrated success in driving RevPAR growth, market share improvement, and overall revenue performance in competitive markets
Advanced analytical capability, with deep understanding of forecasting, budgeting, pricing strategy, channel management, and performance metrics
Strong financial and commercial acumen, including experience with capital planning, return on investment analysis, and owner reporting
Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken
Strategic and results-oriented leader with strong decision-making ability, commercial agility, and resilience in dynamic market conditions
Professional integrity, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to influence stakeholders across ownership, corporate teams, and operational departments
People-focused leader who builds cohesive teams, fosters accountability, and champions commercial excellence

Job Responsibility

Provide strategic direction across all revenue-generating functions of the hotel
Shape and execute the hotel’s commercial strategy, ensuring strong market positioning, sustainable revenue growth, and long-term profitability
Contribute to major strategic and operational decisions that drive performance across Sales, Marketing, Revenue Management, Catering, Distribution, and Public Relations
Lead a multidisciplinary commercial team responsible for optimizing all revenue streams, including rooms, food and beverage, events, and ancillary services
Oversee pricing strategy, demand forecasting, market segmentation, digital strategy, brand positioning, and channel optimization to maximize revenue performance and market share
Full accountability for commercial planning, budgeting, forecasting, market analysis, competitor benchmarking, and performance reporting
Work closely with ownership representatives and corporate leadership to align commercial strategy with asset goals, brand standards, and long-term business objectives
Drive innovation in revenue management practices, digital marketing initiatives, and sales effectiveness, balancing short-term tactical performance with long-term brand equity and profitability
Ensure a data-driven and results-oriented culture across the commercial function
Build, develop, and inspire a high-performing commercial team through strategic recruitment, coaching, structured performance management, and talent development initiatives

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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