Job Description
Assistant Catering Manager - Secondary School
Location: WirralContract: Term Time OnlyHours: Full Time (Monday-Friday)Salary: £15.50-£18.50 per hour (dependent on experience)Start Date: September 2026
Tradewind Recruitment are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Assistant Catering Manager to join the catering team at a welcoming secondary school on the Wirral.
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual with catering and supervisory experience who is passionate about delivering high-quality food services within an educational environment. The successful candidate will support the Catering Manager in the day-to-day operation of the school's catering provision, ensuring excellent food quality, customer service, and compliance with food safety regulations.
Main Purpose of the Role:
To support the Catering Manager in the effective management of the school's catering service, ensuring the delivery of nutritious, high-quality meals while maintaining the highest standards of food hygiene, health and safety, and customer service.
Key Requirements:
* Previous experience within a catering, hospitality, or food service environment
* Experience supervising or leading a team
* Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 3 desirable)
* Strong organisational and communication skills
* Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
* Understanding of food safety and health & safety regulations
* A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Key Responsibilities:
* Support the Catering Manager with the day-to-day running of the kitchen and dining facilities
* Assist with menu planning, food preparation, and service delivery
* Supervise catering staff and allocate duties as required
* Ensure high standards of food quality, presentation, and customer service
* Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering and stock control
* Maintain accurate records relating to food safety and hygiene
* Ensure compliance with all food safety, health and safety, and safeguarding procedures
* Assist with training and supporting catering team members
* Promote a positive dining experience for students, staff, and visitors
What We're Looking For:
* A positive and proactive approach to work
* Strong leadership and team-working skills
* Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability
* A passion for providing high-quality food and service
* Reliable, professional, and adaptable
* Previous experience in a supervisory catering role is highly desirable
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