Catering Duty Manager: Lead School Operations & Service

Holroyd Howe; Dadford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 volunteering days

3 days grandparent leave

24 weeks enhanced maternity leave

Bespoke training & development

Pension & life insurance

Perkbox discounts

Wellbeing hub & EAP

Free meals at work

Career development via apprenticeships

Job summary

Holroyd Howe seeks a confident Duty Manager to support daily catering operations at Stowe School. You will work closely with the Catering Team to ensure high standards in food quality and service, while leading and developing staff in a hands-on environment.

Key duties include stock management, supplier liaison, health & safety compliance, and event support, with responsibilities extending to covering the General Manager during absences and maintaining strong client relations.

Qualifications

• Supervisory or assistant management experience in catering or hospitality.
• Food-led with solid understanding of kitchen operations.
• Knowledge of health & safety and compliance procedures.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a proactive, can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support the General Manager in day-to-day catering operations and ensure high-quality, consistent service.
• Lead by example to deliver excellent food standards and customer experience.
• Supervise and motivate catering teams to perform efficiently with pride.
• Help manage stock, ordering and supplier relationships within budget targets.
• Assist with planning hospitality events and term-time functions.
• Deputise in the absence of the General Manager and manage client communications.

Skills

Team leadership

Food safety

Allergen controls

Customer service

Education-sector experience

Job description

Holroyd Howe seeks a confident Duty Manager to support daily catering operations at Stowe School. You will work closely with the Catering Team to ensure high standards in food quality and service, while leading and developing staff in a hands-on environment.

Key duties include stock management, supplier liaison, health & safety compliance, and event support, with responsibilities extending to covering the General Manager during absences and maintaining strong client relations.