Overview
St. George’s CE Primary School, Coleman Road, London. SE5 7TF
Head of School – Ms Alexandra Hales
Post: Catering Manager (30 hours a week 8.30am-2pm). Grade 5, Term Time only + Inset Days. Permanent.
St. George’s School is a small dynamic Church of England primary school in Camberwell with wonderfully behaved children and a strong, supportive team ethos. We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Catering Manager to lead our school’s catering team and deliver high-quality, nutritious meals for our pupils and staff. As the School Catering Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the school kitchen, ensuring that meals are prepared to a high standard, meet nutritional guidelines, and are served on time. You will play a key role in promoting healthy eating and ensuring the smooth operation of the catering service.
We are a ‘Good’ school (Ofsted July 2023) with a rating of ‘Outstanding’ for Personal Development:
“Pupils behave well. They move around the school sensibly and in a calm, orderly manner. Pupils are polite and well mannered. For instance, they greet and open doors for each other. They are kind and patient. They show incredible support and empathy towards each other. Staff enable pupils to develop as tolerant, confident, and articulate individuals.” Ofsted 2023
“There is a strong sense of teamwork here. Thriving links exist between the school and its community. Staff feel highly valued and appreciate the opportunities to develop professionally, including those in their early teaching career. Leaders consider staff’s workload and well-being.” Ofsted 2023
Are you ready to make a difference - with children who really want to learn?
We can offer
* Eager, well behaved and dedicated children
* Strong, supportive leadership and an enthusiastic and dynamic staff team
We are looking for a Catering Manager who
* Has high expectations of themselves and their team
* Is a real team player, able to go the extra mile, fully supported by a team that is passionate about enriching the lives of the children within their care
* Is committed to embracing the ethos of our Christian school
* Is dedicated to plan, prepare, and oversee the delivery of nutritious and appealing menus that cater to all dietary requirements.
* Is able to manage the kitchen team, including training, supervision, and scheduling of staff.
* Is able to ensure compliance with all health and safety, food hygiene, and allergen management regulations.
Visits to the school are encouraged. Please contact the school if you would like to speak to a member of SLT and we will organise a tour and/or a chat.
For further details and application pack please contact, Mrs Audrey Emakpose, the School Administration Manager. We do not accept applications from agencies.
Closing date for applications: 22nd September 2025
Shortlisting: 23rd September 2025
Interviews: 26th September 2025
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Enhanced disclosure from the criminal records bureau is essential. Two references from recent Headteachers or Senior Leaders and a full document check are also required. Any offer of a job will be subject to all these aspects being fulfilled completely. Any irregularities in this process will result in a withdrawal of the offer.
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