Overview
Connect 2 Talent Solutions are seeking a dedicated and experienced Catering Manager or Head Chef to lead our catering operations in a school setting. This is a hands on leadership role requiring excellent culinary skills, team management, and a strong understanding of dietary needs and food safety.
Responsibilities
* Lead, manage, and motivate a team of catering staff to deliver high-quality meals consistently.
* Organise staff rotas and shift patterns to cover early mornings, late evenings, and weekends (start from 6:00 AM, finish up to 8:30 PM).
* Ensure all meals meet individual dietary needs, including allergens, special diets, and nutritional requirements.
* Manage ordering, stock control, food storage, and stock rotation in compliance with food hygiene standards.
* Maintain accurate budget records and effectively manage food and labour costs.
* Ensure the catering provision complies with all relevant food hygiene, health & safety, and safeguarding standards.
* Work collaboratively with school leadership to meet the needs of students, staff, and events.
* Maintain cleanliness and organisation within the kitchen and dining areas at all times.
Person Specification
* Essential
o Proven experience as a Head Chef or Catering Manager, preferably within a school or similar environment.
o Strong leadership and people management skills.
o Knowledge of allergens, nutrition, and special dietary requirements.
o Excellent organisational and time management skills.
o Experience managing budgets and food stock control systems.
o A valid DBS certificate (or willingness to obtain - £57 cost if not already held).
o Flexible availability, including weekends, early mornings, and evenings.
o PAY Negotiable dependant on experience.
* Desirable
o Food Hygiene and Safety certifications.
o Experience using catering stock management systems.
Working Pattern
40 hours per week
All year round
Shift work (example: 4 or 6 days/week, with early and/or late shifts)
Start time from 6:00 AM, finish as late as 8:30 PM
Weekend availability is essential
About the Role
If you are passionate about great food, nutrition, and creating a positive dining experience for students and staff, we’d love to hear from you.
Company and Equality Statement
Connect2TalentSolutions is a trading style of Dudley & Kent Commercial Services LTD - A joint venture between Dudley Metropolitan Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2TalentSolutions is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates
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