Catering Manager

Ark Schools; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution is looking for a Catering Manager in Camden Town, UK. This role involves leading the dining service across primary and secondary phases to ensure exceptional quality and efficient resource management. Candidates should have experience in large-scale catering, budget management, and knowledge of healthy eating. A commitment to safeguarding children is essential. Competitive salary and multiple benefits offered.

Benefits

Salary range: £34,118 - £44,703

2.5% higher than main pay scale

Generous pension scheme

Access to Ark rewards

Interest-free loans available

Gym discounts up to 40%

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in catering in school or educational settings essential.
• Strong management experience in budget handling.
• Understanding of dietary preferences is critical.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the dining provision for the academy.
• Ensure economic use of resources related to catering.
• Guarantee outstanding quality of dining and hospitality.

Skills

Catering in large quantities

Budget management

Cultural diversity knowledge

Experience working with children

Knowledge of healthy eating and nutrition

Job description

Job Summary

We are now seeking a Catering Manager to join our team of staff. They will lead and manage the academy dining provision across both the primary and secondary phases so as to ensure that, within the terms of the Catering Policy and Budget, efficient and economic use is made of its resources, and that the academy's quality of dining and hospitality are outstanding.

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience of catering in large quantities, ideally within a school or education setting
• Experience of managing and working within budgets
• Experience of cultural diversity, with particular reference to food preparation and dietary preferences
• Experience of working with children
• Knowledge of healthy eating and nutrition and creating related menus

Health & Safety Qualifications

• Relevant Health & Safety and Food Hygiene qualifications

School Overview

Isaac Newton Academy is a non‑denominational, non‑selective school, welcoming students of all backgrounds from the local community. We opened in 2012 with our inaugural cohort of 180 Year 7 students. Isaac Newton Academy is an all‑through school with students from Reception to Year 13. Our mission is to strive together to be pioneers whose legacy makes a positive difference for our world.

The school was founded on the belief that all students can make dramatic progress within the right environment. Students, teachers, staff and parents are committed to making Isaac Newton a vibrant and inclusive learning community in which everyone can succeed. We offer a rich curriculum emphasising core academic subjects, whilst providing the facilities, time and specialist staff to ensure students develop across a range of subjects. Music is at the heart of our school, with every student learning an instrument and all secondary students having the chance to be part of our Big Band ensembles. Our school won Secondary School of the Year in the 2018 Shine a Light Awards for its commitment to developing students' communication skills and was shortlisted for Secondary School of the Year in the 2018 TES Awards. Our Music Department were recently shortlisted for Excellence in Creative Arts at the TES School Awards 2023.

Safeguarding & Recruitment

Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. We follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non‑disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment – this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred.

Benefits

• Band 8 -9 salary range: £34,118 - £44,703 per annum depending on skills
• 2.5% higher than main pay scale
• Twice as many training days as standard
• Generous pension scheme
• Access to Ark rewards – a scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers
• Interest‑free loans – up to £5,000 available for season ticket or to buy a bicycle
• Gym discounts – offering up to 40%
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme – providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support

Application Process

Please submit your application at your earliest convenience. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and this role may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of response.