Assistant General Manager, School Catering Operations

Holroyd Howe

Widemouth Bay

On-site

GBP 32,000 - 36,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Volunteer days

Grandparent leave

Enhanced maternity leave (24 weeks)

Pension & life insurance

Perkbox discounts

Wellbeing hub

Free meals at work

Career development & HIT Apprenticeshp

Job summary

Holroyd Howe is seeking an Assistant General Manager to support daily catering operations at Downside School, ensuring outstanding service and food quality. You will lead catering teams, manage stock and supplier relations, and uphold food safety standards, while supporting events and client communications.

This hands-on role focuses on team development and delivering a best-in-class school dining experience.

Qualifications

Previous supervisory or assistant management experience in a catering or hospitality environment.

Responsibilities

Support the General Manager in day-to-day catering operations, ensuring high-quality service.
Lead by example in delivering excellent food standards and customer experience.
Supervise and motivate catering teams to perform efficiently and with pride.
Help manage stock, ordering, and supplier relationships in line with budget targets.
Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and compliance with policies.
Assist in planning and executing hospitality events and term-time functions.
Deputise in the absence of the General Manager, taking ownership of operations and client communications.