Salary
Salary calculated in line with NJC Grade E pay scale, points, £30,024 - £32,597 per annum
(£25,892 - £28,229 per annum pro-rated)
Contractual hours
37
Basis
Full Time
Job type
Support Staff - Other
Location
Plymouth
Job category
Catering
Date posted
23/09/2025
Job reference
GST-R1450
We are looking for an Assistant Catering Manager to join our staff team at Stoke Damerel Community College and Scott Medical and Healthcare College Campus.
This is a unique and exciting opportunity to join the campus and further contribute to the life chances of young people in the school and across the Trust.
The Assistant Catering Manager will assist the Catering Manager with the smooth and efficient running of our campus kitchens and service counters. Applicants will need to have experience working in a similar role. They will be providing fresh, high quality, healthy balanced meals to our pupils and staff. This opportunity offers the pace and buzz of a hospitality environment with the benefit of a work-life balance from the term time hours. If you can bring a passion for great tasting food and exceptional customer service we would welcome your application
Hours of work: 37 hours per week x 39 weeks per year (Term time plus 1 week)
Stoke Damerel Community College and Scott Medical and Healthcare College is a vibrant and aspirational community of teachers and learners. We have an excellent teaching and support staff team who demonstrate and encourage a lifelong love of learning, within and beyond our curriculum. Our Campus is based in the heart of the city of Plymouth with stunning view of the Plymouth Sound and easy walking distance of the most accessible city waterfront. We encourage all young people to work hard and make them most of the opportunities they are given.
Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive, non-selective and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs with remote / hybrid working opportunities where appropriate. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are 'Always Learning'.
To get a feel of life at Greenshaw Learning Trust, please download our 'Why you should work for GLT' recruitment brochure on our job's portal.
Main responsibilities:
* To be responsible for assisting in the day-to-day management and running of the Catering Department.
* Have a comprehensive understanding of the Catering Department finances in order to track food costs and sales trends, as well as profit margins.
* To assist the catering manager so that the Catering Department at least breaks even or creates a profit.
* To assist in ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements in respect of finance, hygiene, health & safety, school policies, procedures and regulations, and Catering Services Codes of Practice policies and procedures.
* Work together with the site Catering Manager on the implementation of new, distinctive and nutritionally balanced food menus, including theme days and sales promotions.
* Demonstrate a level of practical food knowledge that incorporates both contemporary and traditional food.
* Assist the catering manager to seek information from staff and students on new initiatives that would add to the school's food experience.
* To assist in all school event catering.
* Proactively support enhancing the reputation of the Catering Department as a key area for all in food production and service.
* To support and assist the catering manager where every person is expected to contribute to the learner's progress.
* To participate in the school's professional learning programme as agreed.
* To play a full part in the life of the school community, supporting its distinctive mission and ethos, and encouraging and ensuring staff and students adhere to school expectations.
* To support the training of other staff in cooking
You will need:
* At least one years' experience working in a similar position.
* Sound knowledge of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) & Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH)
* Previous experience of catering for large numbers
* Proven track record/experience of working with fresh food
* Experience of catering within a school
What's in it for you:
Professional development and career progression
* Generous pension scheme
* An Employee Assistance Programme
* Blue Light Card
* Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only)
* Gym Discounts
* Free eye tests
* Cycle to work scheme
* Green car scheme
* Being part of a great team and expanding organisation
Please download the recruitment pack for further information.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 11:59pm on Sunday 12th October 2025. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.
We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive.
If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know. Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.