Overview
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Area Manager - Education Catering
£36-£43K (40 weeks per year) Central & South London
The Company
A growing, owner-operated contract catering company with a reputation for delivering fresh, innovative food services to schools is looking for an experienced Area Manager to join their team.
The Role
The Area Operations Manager will oversee 12-15 schools (primaries and SEN) across central and south London, reporting to the Operations Director. This is a hands-on role focused on:
* Managing school finances (sales, food costs, labour)
* Building strong client, parent team and peer level relationships
* Supporting menu development and added-value initiatives
* Training and developing Chef Managers and teams
* Ensuring high standards of fresh food and service
This role does not involve board reporting, client contract negotiations, or annual budget setting
Ideal candidate
The ideal candidate will have:
* Multi-site management experience in education catering (primary/SEN)
* A passion for fresh food and quality service
* Strong commercial skills with experience managing tight margins
* Excellent communication and leadership abilities
Package & Benefits
* £36-£43K per annum (salary paid in 12 equal monthly instalments)
* Term-time only: 40 weeks per year, plus two weeks for inductions and admin
* Please note, 52-week option could be available for the right candidate
* Travel expenses paid from home (40p/mile or London public transport expensed)
* Monday-Friday, daytime hours, with occasional parent evenings (approx. 15 per year)
* Supportive and collaborative company culture
How to Apply
Experienced education multi-site candidates who are passionate about food and people development are encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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