Catering Manager

We are looking to employ an experienced and friendly Catering Manager to join our busy kitchen team and prepare healthy, fresh home cooked food for our pupils during the school terms.

Hours: 22 hours / week Monday to Friday, term time plus September Inset for Safeguarding training.

You will be responsible for the day to day running of the kitchen, including all daily checks, stock rotation, ordering etc. along with monthly stocktakes. Managing a budget and completing stock takes is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided as part of our commitment to staff development.

The successful candidate should preferably be an experienced Catering Manager, trained to Level 3 Food Safety. Other candidates may be considered and training would be provided.

We are looking for a person who will be responsible for the operational efficiency of the catering service, planning and preparation of food to the required standard within the budget limitations as agreed with the school management. All methods of preparation and presentation must comply with current recognised catering standards and food safety legislation. High standards of personnel management, hygiene and health and safety is to be maintained.

The successful candidate will:

• Have ambition, enthusiasm and the desire to make a difference
• Have the ability to prepare, cook and serve for 120+ healthy school meals every day
• Be able to communicate with children
• Have good computer skills may be an advantage but not essential as training can be provided.
• To be able to lead and work constructively as part of a team
• Ability to prepare meals for children with allergies and intolerances
• Be able to create a menu that is attractive to our school community, understanding the importance of providing healthy, nourishing meals for our children
• Place orders
• Complete food safety records and monthly stock counts
• Have experience working in a similar environment, supervising staff and managing a budget