Job Description
Summary:
Catering Manager job opportunity at a school with a strong focus on quality and nutrition.
About the School:
The school is committed to excellence in education, fostering a culture of discipline, pride, and ambition. It provides students with opportunities to excel academically and personally.
The Opportunity:
As a Catering Manager, you will lead a team to deliver nutritious, high-quality meals that support the health and well-being of students. This role is essential in ensuring a safe, efficient, and positive catering environment that aligns with the school's mission.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and lead a team of kitchen staff to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
- Develop and implement standard operating procedures for food preparation, storage, and distribution.
- Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of quality ingredients.
- Conduct monthly stock takes and manage orders through the Pelican Pi system.
- Collaborate with the Regional Catering Manager to create balanced and nutritious menus that meet student dietary needs.
- Monitor and maintain compliance with health and safety standards using Food Alert software.
- Support school events with catering services and manage vending machines effectively.
- Communicate regularly with school leadership and stakeholders to address dietary concerns and improve services.
Qualifications & Skills:
Required
- Proven leadership experience in a catering or food service environment.
- Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and nutrition standards.
- Experience in managing budgets and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Ability to develop and lead a team, promoting a positive and collaborative work culture.
- Proficiency in using catering management systems such as Pelican Pi and Food Alert.
Preferred
- Experience in school or educational catering environments.
- Background in menu planning and dietary requirements management.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Experience with budget monitoring and financial reporting.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Generous pension scheme and employee assistance programme.
- Gym discounts, cycle to work scheme, and free eye tests.