Catering Manager

The Queen Elizabeth Academy; Atherstone; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A mixed academy in Atherstone is seeking an individual to manage its catering services. The role involves leading a team and ensuring high-quality service that prepares students for their futures. Candidates should have relevant experience in catering and appropriate certifications. The academy offers a supportive environment with strong developmental opportunities.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Comprehensive employee benefits package

Shopping discounts

Cycle-to-work scheme

Gym membership

Cinema tickets

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior position within a large-scale catering establishment.
• Possession of a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Education at NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Catering.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the overall catering service within the academy.
• Identify opportunities for development and improvements.
• Lead the catering team.
• Support students in preparing for their future working lives.

Skills

Relevant experience in catering

Leadership skills

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Catering

Job description

Job Details

• Contract Type: Permanent
• Hours: 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time only)
• Actual Salary: £26,249 - £28,036 per annum / FTE: £30,518 - £32,596 per annum
• Pay scale: NJC 16 - 20
• Expires: Tuesday 9th December 2025 at 9am or sooner should we receive sufficient applications.
• Start Date: As soon as possible
• Interviews: To be confirmed

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the overall catering service within the academy.
• Identify opportunities for the development of the service and improvements.
• Lead our catering team.
• Work to the best for our students, helping them prepare for their future working lives.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in a senior position within a large-scale catering establishment.
• Educated to NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Catering.
• Have achieved Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate.

Why Choose The Queen Elizabeth Academy?

The Queen Elizabeth Academy is an 11-16 mixed academy based in Atherstone with approximately 715 pupils on roll. Following our Ofsted inspection in June 2022, we retained our “Good” rating, a real testament to the hard work and dedication of our staff and students. Ofsted commented the pupils were “respectful of each other’s views and are exceptionally supportive. Pupils behave well. They are proud of their school and the improvements that have been made in recent years. Pupils enjoy school and know that leaders and staff have the highest expectations for them.” The Ofsted report is a fair reflection of the academy, and we continue to develop as we push from Good to Great.

In November 2016, as part of the Priority School Building Programme, we moved into brand new premises that have given us access to fantastic new facilities, which really set us apart in the locality.

As a proud Academy Transformation Trust academy, we are devoted to professional development and support which is second to none. Our trust is registered as Disability Confident, and we welcome all applications. Our ATT Institute offers hundreds of training events and leadership accreditation qualifications to develop your talent to its full potential. As an academy we believe it is our role to develop your expertise to the full through supportive coaching in order to transform the lives of our students.

Benefits

In return, you can expect fantastic Professional Development opportunities, a comprehensive employee benefits package, shopping discounts, cycle-to-work and gym schemes, cinema tickets and an employee assistance programme.

Application Process

To learn more, please see our application pack for more information and visit our careers page - https://mynewterm.com/jobs/139937/EDV-2025-QEA-00840

The successful applicant will undertake an enhanced DBS criminal record check, and online searches will be carried out in line with KCSIE update 2025. We are committed to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion and welcome all applications. We are open to Flexible Working.