Job Title: Head of Catering & Events Salary: £51,464 Location: Huddersfield (main)/Multilocation Hours and Weeks per Year: 37 hours / 52 weeks At Kirklees College we are always looking for new talent, and welcome applications from all sectors. Whether in a teaching & learning role or in one of our specialised Business Support functions, you'll be involved in nurturing and developing the next generation of construction workers, engineers, health workers and countless others. We're already a successful college, but we're continually striving to be better and do better - be part of our story! In the role of Head of Catering & Events you'll be based at our main Waterfront, Huddersfield campus but work across all our sites in Huddersfield and Dewsbury. The principal duties of this position are to be responsible for planning, organising and developing the food and beverage services. You will focus on customer expectations and provision of a high-quality service using healthy and nutritious food. Key responsibilities of the role are: Overseeing and responsibility for ensuring statutory and college standards of hygiene, food safety and health and safety are adhered to. To plan menus and deliver food and beverages to the highest standards. Responsibility for budgets relating to the provision of a world class refectory catering service. Meeting financial targets; including value for money and adhering to college financial procedures and associated admin requirements. Responsibility for stock management and procurement of all items for the Catering Department. Liaise with suppliers and ensure best value supply chain is in place. Line management including recruitment, induction, onboarding, employee relations issues and professional development of the Catering Supervisors and provide support in the management of the catering function and catering team. To ensure, and promote, good relations between the Refectory Catering Department and the whole college community including working with the student body, governing body, senior leadership and other Departmental Heads, contributing towards the college's values of Kindness, Unity and Excellence Ideally, you'll hold a relevant Food and Hygiene Qualification and are able to demonstrate detailed knowledge of management of catering in a commercial setting. You should be able to show experience of leading and managing a multi-disciplinary team on multiple sites, in a busy environment. It's important that you have strong communication skills, with demonstrated problem-solving skills and demonstrate our College values of Kindness, Unity and Excellence in your role. Due to the nature of our work, it's essential you're committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults We believe learning is not just for our students: it's an important part of working here too. Staff development opportunities include a mentoring scheme, financial contributions for external qualifications and skills development for current and aspiring managers. You'll also have access to a range of staff benefits including an employee assistance programme, retail and leisure discounts and reduced Metro travel. We want people who believe in the value of education, and who can contribute to our culture of supporting and challenging one another. Closing Date : 22/06/2025 (We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications) Proposed Interview Date: tbc TO APPLY (both External and Internal applicants): Download and complete a copy of the below Kirklees College Application Form" before clicking "Apply" - you will need to attach your completed form as your application. If you have any queries about the role or the application process, please contact [... Click Apply... ] Please check your emails regularly during the recruitment process (including spam and junk folders) as this is how you will be contacted once you have applied. As an employer we are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of an individuals' sex, age, religion, race, marital status, disability status, sexual orientation, maternity or care leaver status. We are committed to exploring opportunities for flexible working and ensuring the work-life balance and wellbeing of our workforce. Please note that any job offer is subject to pre-employment checks including a DBS check, online searches and references from former employers, in line with guidance from Department for Education.