Boarding House Kitchen Manager & Menu Lead

Equipment Sales & Service Limited.; Kilsby; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Rugby School is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead the catering operation within a boarding house. You will work closely with pupils, house staff and your team to deliver great food and service every day, influencing menus and dining experiences in a dynamic boarding environment.

You will have overall responsibility for daily operations, food quality, safety compliance and financial performance, with opportunities to develop your team and menus across breakfast to supper and events.

Qualifications

• Experience as Kitchen Manager or similar leadership role in catering.
• Proven experience leading teams in busy catering environments.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, allergen management and HACCP.
• Experience managing budgets, stock and labour costs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day running of a boarding house catering operation, ensuring high standards.
• Lead menu development and dining experiences for pupils and staff.
• Manage budgets, stock control and labour costs effectively.
• Develop and support kitchen team to deliver consistent quality.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards and DBS safeguarding requirements.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Team development

Food safety & HACCP

Budget & cost control

Stock management

Organisational skills

Education

Food Hygiene qualification

Job description

Rugby School is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead the catering operation within a boarding house. You will work closely with pupils, house staff and your team to deliver great food and service every day, influencing menus and dining experiences in a dynamic boarding environment.

You will have overall responsibility for daily operations, food quality, safety compliance and financial performance, with opportunities to develop your team and menus across breakfast to supper and events.