Overview
General Catering Manager – Milton Abbey School, Blandford Forum. 52 weeks, permanent. Salary: £47,000 per annum.
We are seeking an experienced and visionary General Manager to lead the catering services at Milton Abbey School. You will be responsible for strategic leadership, financial management, and the continuous development of exceptional food and hospitality offerings. This role requires strong commercial acumen, inspirational leadership, and a passion for delivering outstanding culinary experiences.
We are a part of Holroyd Howe, a leading contract caterer providing fresh, innovative food services to independent schools and colleges. Our mission is to invest in training and development to enable our teams to succeed in their roles and tailor catering services to fit each school’s bespoke requirements.
Why Join us?
* 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
* 3 volunteering days to support causes you care about
* 3 days grandparent leave
* 24 weeks enhanced maternity leave
* Bespoke training & development opportunities
* Pension & life insurance
* Discounts on high street brands, cinema & holidays via the Perkbox App
* Wellbeing hub & access to employee assistance programme
* Free meals while at work
* Career development & HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and implement strategic plans for catering operations aligned with organisational goals.
* Lead and inspire multi-site teams, ensuring high standards of food quality, service, and hygiene.
* Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance across all catering operations.
* Drive innovation in menu planning, sourcing, and sustainability initiatives.
* Ensure compliance with all relevant food safety, health and safety, and safeguarding policies.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders.
* Champion staff development, training, and wellbeing
Qualifications
* Proven leadership experience in a senior catering or hospitality role, ideally in an independent or B&I environment.
* Strong financial management and budget control skills.
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
* Ability to drive operational excellence and continuous improvement.
* Knowledge of current trends in food, nutrition, and sustainability.
* Passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences.
Additional Information
* We pride ourselves on People first; Great food, always; Food education; Respect in everything we do; Fresh thinking.
* Right to Work in the UK is required.
* Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer and safeguarding of children is a priority; roles involve regulated activity. An Enhanced DBS check, including Barred List check, will be required for all successful applicants. Shortlisted applicants may be asked to provide information about relevant criminal offences and will be subject to an online search of publicly available information.
* This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.
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