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Are you passionate about nourishing young minds through healthy, delicious food?
We have a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Catering Manager to join the central services team at Extend Learning Academies Network (ELAN) to ensure that our schools provide not only culinary expertise but also a commitment to creating a positive and welcoming dining experience for our pupils. You’ll play a vital role in helping children thrive by providing nutritious, high-quality meals that fuel their learning and development.
Hours: 35 hours, Monday-Friday, term-time
Actual salary: E4, £21,840.97
Interview: 20 October 2025
ELAN is proud to be part of a diverse and supportive community, where collaboration is at the heart of what we do. You’ll work closely with staff, suppliers, families and the Catering Operations Manager, to ensure our kitchen runs efficiently and reflects our values of care, creativity, and excellence.
Based predominately at Bournville Primary School, which is a vibrant and inclusive learning community dedicated to supporting the growth and wellbeing of every child—and that includes what goes on their plates.
If you're ready to lead with passion, take pride in high standards, and be part of a team that values hard work and heart, we’d love to hear from you.
You will drive an efficient and effective catering service in line with company/school standards of service, quality and presentation, whilst complying with legislation and financial target and lead by example.
Key responsibilities:
1. Adapt the trusts menus to the requirements of the school, with consideration of cost and nutritional standards.
2. Ensure that all food is produced as per the menu and ensure there are sufficient quantities to meet the service requirements.
3. Identify stock requirements and place orders using nominated suppliers.
4. Ensure that all food at the point of service is to the required standard.
5. Sound knowledge of health and safety practices.
6. Supervise the teams in terms of allocation of duties and standards, communicating effectively and motivating individuals.
7. Attend any training sessions, meetings and parent evenings in relation to your duties.
8. Sound knowledge of health and safety practices
Please read the job description for full details
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
We are helping you take care of your future with a pension contribution well above average.
We are helping you take care of your family, by offering five paid care days (on a pro rata basis). For more information about all of our benefits, please visit our benefits page.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. Our goal is to ensure that every pupil and staff member feels included and supported, encouraging a community where everyone can thrive together.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.
Safeguarding Statement
We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role under the Home Office Skilled Worker visa route. As we are unable to sponsor anyone requiring a visa for this role candidates must therefore be able to provide their own right to work in the UK.
Extend Learning Academies Network (ELAN) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. We will be undertaking an appropriate online search for shortlisted candidates. It is an offence to apply for a role that requires regulated activity if you are barred from doing so. Any concerns will be reported immediately to the appropriate body. Our safeguarding policy is available on the school website.