Catering Manager

Catering Manager - Full Time, Permanent

Salary: £27,367-£29,729 actual

Hours: 37 hrs/week, Monday-Friday, approx. 6:30/7:00am-2:30/3:00pm (negotiable)

Contract: 40 weeks per year (term‑time + training days + 1 week holiday)

Start Date: April 2026

A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Catering Manager to lead a busy, friendly school catering team. We're looking for someone skilled, organised, and passionate about delivering high‑quality, nutritious meals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and motivate the catering team
• Plan balanced menus that meet dietary and school food standards
• Oversee daily kitchen operations
• Manage budgets, stock, and waste
• Maintain excellent food hygiene and safety standards
• Engage with students, staff, and parents to improve service

About You:

You'll have experience in a similar environment, strong food safety knowledge (Level 3 preferred), great leadership skills, creativity in menu planning, and a positive, proactive approach.

What We Offer:

A supportive and collaborative working environment, professional development, flexible working options, wellbeing support, employee benefits, and more.

Please apply online if interested

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