School Catering Manager - 4 Month Temporary Contract

Our client, a well-established educational institution, is seeking a skilled and experienced Trust Catering Manager to join their team on a 4 month temporary contract in Sittingbourne.

Position Overview

The Trust Catering Manager will play a crucial role in delivering an effective and cost-efficient catering facility for the educational institution. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the catering provision at a local Primary School, ensuring that students and staff receive modern, healthy, and high-quality meals.

Responsibilities

Deliver an effective and cost-efficient catering facility, including menu planning, budgetary control, and stock management

Lead, manage, and deploy a team of catering staff

Develop termly menus that cater to all dietary requirements

Coordinate in and out of school catering events

Oversee food preparation and service

Manage the whole school catering budget

Maintain accurate stock records and monitor invoices

Ensure equipment maintenance and adhere to all health and safety procedures

Undertake risk assessments and report incidents

Maintain high standards of cleanliness, personal hygiene, and appearance among catering personnel

Requirements

Adherence to all DfE regulations, health and hygiene regulations, COSHH regulations, and nutritional legislation

Ability to manage budgets and maintain accurate stock records

Experience in leading and managing a team

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

The contract will run from September to December 2025 with working hours of 7am - 3pm Monday to Friday.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check including children's barred list.

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