Business Development Manager, UK

UK, UKPermanent Contract£40,000.00 per annum

Job Description

Business Development Manager - Cucumber Catering
Full-Time | £40,000 + uncapped commission incentives
Location: Remote (Work from Home)
Reporting to: Head of Operations


Shape the Future of a Growing Catering Business

Cucumber Catering is entering a dynamic and ambitious phase of growth—and we’re looking for a commercially driven Business Development Manager to help lead that journey.

We’re not just another catering company. We’re a forward-thinking, people-focused business delivering high-quality catering solutions across a diverse range of clients and sectors. With strong foundations already in place, this is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in scaling the business, influencing strategy, and making a tangible impact on our success.

If you’re someone who thrives on building relationships, spotting opportunities, and closing deals, this is your chance to take ownership of growth in a business that values initiative and rewards results.


Why Join Cucumber Catering?

  • Be part of an exciting growth story – help shape the direction of a scaling business
  • Autonomy & ownership – a role where your ideas and actions directly impact success
  • Flexible working – fully remote with the freedom to manage your time
  • Rewarding structure – competitive salary with achievable, performance-based commission
  • Collaborative culture – work closely with leadership and operational teams who value your input


The Role

As Business Development Manager, you’ll be at the forefront of our growth strategy—identifying new opportunities, building lasting client relationships, and converting prospects into long-term partnerships.

You’ll work closely with senior leadership to drive commercial success while ensuring a seamless transition from sale to delivery in collaboration with our operations team.

This is a high-impact, high-visibility role suited to someone who is both strategic and hands-on.


Key Responsibilities-


Driving New Business

  • Identify, target, and secure new client opportunities across key sectors
  • Build and manage a robust pipeline of qualified prospects
  • Develop and execute effective business development strategies
  • Represent Cucumber Catering at networking events, client meetings, and industry forums
  • Lead negotiations and successfully close new business deals

Client Relationship Management

  • Build strong relationships with key decision-makers
  • Identify opportunities to grow and expand existing accounts
  • Partner with operations teams to ensure successful onboarding and delivery

Strategic Growth

  • Explore new sectors and geographic markets
  • Identify high-value opportunities aligned with company goals
  • Provide market insights and competitor analysis
  • Contribute to long-term growth planning with senior leadership

Pipeline & Performance Management

  • Maintain accurate CRM records and sales activity
  • Deliver regular pipeline updates and performance reports
  • Forecast growth and track key sales metrics
  • Monitor conversion rates and continuously optimise performance

What We’re Looking For

Experience

  • Proven success in business development or sales
  • Background in recruitment (ideally within catering or hospitality)
  • Demonstrable experience in generating and closing new business
  • Strong commercial awareness and negotiation capability
  • Experience working to and exceeding growth targets

Skills & Competencies

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Commercially focused with a results-driven mindset
  • Self-motivated, organised, and target-oriented
  • Strategic thinker with a proactive approach
  • Confident negotiator and natural relationship builder

Personal Attributes

  • Ambitious, driven, and growth-focused
  • Resilient, persistent, and proactive
  • Professional and credible in client-facing environments
  • Collaborative and team-oriented


Ready to Grow With Us?

At Cucumber Catering, you won’t just be filling a role—you’ll be helping to build something. If you’re motivated by growth, enjoy making an impact, and want to be part of an ambitious and supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and help us take Cucumber Catering to the next level.