Catering Manager

Full Time - Permanent (37 hours per week, 6.30am/7.00am - 2.30pm/3.00pm Monday - Friday (hours negotiable) (40 weeks per annum: TTO plus teacher training days, plus 1-week holiday working)

Band H SCP 14 - 17 (£27,367 - £29,729 Actual Salary)

Our client, a well-regarded secondary school in Rugby, is seeking an experienced Catering Manager to lead their catering provision and oversee the day to day running of the school kitchen. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated catering professional to manage a busy service while ensuring high standards of food quality, nutrition and compliance.

The key responsibilities of a Catering Manager:

• Lead, manage and motivate the catering team to ensure an efficient and positive working environment
• Plan and develop balanced, nutritious menus that meet school food standards and cater for dietary requirements
• Oversee all kitchen operations including food preparation, service, cleaning and maintenance
• Manage catering budgets, stock ordering and waste to ensure value for money
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene, health and safety in line with regulations such as HACCP and COSHH
• Carry out risk assessments and maintain appropriate compliance records
• Work collaboratively with staff and students to gather feedback and continuously improve the catering service

The minimum requirements for the Catering Manager role:

• Previous experience in a catering management or supervisory role
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene and food safety regulations
• Experience managing catering operations in a busy environment
• Ability to manage budgets, stock and food ordering effectively
• Strong leadership and communication skills

The ideal candidate for the Catering Manager role:

• Experience working within a school or education catering environment
• Relevant food hygiene qualification (such as Level 3 Food Hygiene)
• Creative approach to menu planning and food presentation
• Highly organised with the ability to work effectively under pressure
• Positive attitude with a strong focus on delivering excellent service

Interested? Please apply below or call us on for an informal chat.

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