Catering Manager - Full Time, Permanent
Salary: £27,367-£29,729 actual
Hours: 37 hrs/week, Monday-Friday, approx. 6:30/7:00am-2:30/3:00pm (negotiable)
Contract: 40 weeks per year (term-time + training days + 1 week holiday)
Start Date: April 2026
A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Catering Manager to lead a busy, friendly school catering team. We're looking for someone skilled, organised, and passionate about delivering high-quality, nutritious meals.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and motivate the catering team
* Plan balanced menus that meet dietary and school food standards
* Oversee daily kitchen operations
* Manage budgets, stock, and waste
* Maintain excellent food hygiene and safety standards
* Engage with students, staff, and parents to improve service
About You:
You'll have experience in a similar environment, strong food safety knowledge (Level 3 preferred), great leadership skills, creativity in menu planning, and a positive, proactive approach.
What We Offer:
A supportive and collaborative working environment, professional development, flexible working options, wellbeing support, employee benefits, and more.
Please apply online if interested
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