Blue Arrow are working closely with a contract caterer, who are looking for a Catering Manager to be based in a primary school in Derby. This role does need filling as soon as possible Job Details: Full time - Permanent - 39 Weeks (During Term Time 30 Hours Per Week Pay Rate - £12.18 per hour Required to wear uniform as per company guidelines Catering Manager Responsibilities: Providing a full catering service to the children and staff Managing a team (including managing their performance, training and development, absence management and disciplinary if required) Controlling a tight budget and achieving sales targets and food cost percentage Managing client demands, client relationship development Ensuring all food hygiene and health and safety regulations are adhered to at all times Adhere to existing and new working practices, methods, procedures and respond positively to new and alternative systems Following safeguarding policies Taking an active part in any unit sales promotions Ordering products via the online portal Carry out a stock take when required Completing relevant unit required paperwork Inducting & training new staff Participate in training and development Carry out ad hoc duties as directed by Area Manager Perform other related duties as required to meet the on-going needs of the organisation. May also be required to cover other sites within a reasonable distance Essential Qualifications & Experience Needed To Be The Catering Manager: Previous contract catering experience is required Excellent client liaison / relationship building skills are vital to this role. Must have excellent cooking skills in both presentation and taste. You will also be IT proficient. A welcoming and caring attitude A desire to be creative and developing new ideas to keep the children excited about food Ability to successfully manage a team Ability to promote a welcoming environment to our customers Neat and tidy in appearance A 'can do' attitude, prepared to assist the rest of the team It will be necessary for the company to apply for a DBS check for school sites Next Steps If you are interested in the role, please click apply and one of our consultants will be in touch with you within 48hours. Thanks Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.