Catering Lead

Wellspring Academy Trust; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-academy trust in Leeds is seeking a Catering Lead who will oversee catering service operations to ensure high-quality food delivery and compliance with health and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a varied background in catering, team-oriented skills, and a valid Food Safety Level 2 certificate. This role values self-motivation and customer focus, offering pathways for professional growth and development within a supportive educational environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Varied background in catering, experience in educational settings preferred.
• Flexibility to meet the needs of learners and the team.
• Willingness to undergo training for computer use if necessary.

Responsibilities

• Oversee catering service operations to deliver high-quality food.
• Manage stock, ensure compliance with health & safety standards.
• Monitor food production and maintain cost efficiency.

Skills

Catering experience

Customer service

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

Food Safety Level 2

Job description

Overview

We're seeking to appoint a Catering Lead who is passionate about exceptional food and exceptional customer service, who can confidently oversee the catering service operations within Springwell Academy Leeds South, Belle Isle Rd, Leeds LS10 3JA.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the catering service operations and ensure delivery of high-quality food service.
• Cook foods for the daily menus and work as part of the catering team to carry out all duties in the department.
• Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety, Food Safety and high-quality cleaning regimes; manage stock to be kept safe, stored appropriately, and rotated securely.
• Monitor food production, portion control and waste reduction to maintain cost efficiency.
• Act as a role model to the Catering team and provide support to other staff; promote teamwork, training and professional development.

Qualifications & Experience

• Varied background in catering; experience in education settings is advantageous.
• Flexibility to meet the needs of learners and the team.
• Food Safety Level 2 holder.
• Ability to use a computer or willingness to undertake required training.

We are looking for

• Self-motivated, customer-focused and organised.
• Enjoy working as part of an inclusive team.
• Committed to supporting the work of education leaders and passionate about learning.

About Wellspring

Wellspring is an established and growing Multi-Academy Trust with a difference. We operate Primary, Secondary, Special and Alternative Academies across Yorkshire, Lincolnshire and the Humber. We are committed to making a difference to the lives and life chances of the young people and the communities we serve.

Role and Development

As the Trust continues to grow our roles offer pathways for ambitious and dynamic individuals who are determined to make a difference. We value our people; collegial working at all levels is central to our culture. High quality induction training and ongoing professional development support are guaranteed. There will be a broad range of opportunities for you to realise your professional vision and ambitions within the Trust.

Safeguarding, DBS and Checks

Wellspring Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks. As this role involves working with children in regulated activity, please note that it is an offence to apply if barred from engaging in regulated activity with children. References will be requested and an online search carried out for shortlisted candidates. Further pre-employment checks, including prohibition from teaching, childcare disqualification and section 128 checks, will be completed for the successful candidate upon acceptance of the post.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to equal opportunities and to promoting diversity. We want our people to reflect the diversity of our communities, and we welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, especially from under-represented groups, including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.

Overseas Applicants

If you are currently living overseas or have lived/worked overseas in the last five years, you will be required to provide an overseas criminal records check from the country/countries you have resided in, if you are the preferred candidate for the post.