Catering Manager

Essex Local Nature Partnership; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A vibrant primary school in Essex is seeking an experienced Catering Manager to join their enthusiastic team. The role involves preparing fresh meals for pupils and supervising staff. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of budgets and menu planning, with training available for the right individual.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Supportive Colleagues

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar environment is advantageous.
• Knowledge of budgets and menu planning is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh home-cooked food for pupils.
• Work as part of a dedicated school team.

Skills

Supervising Staff

Budget Knowledge

Menu Planning

Job description

Position Start Date: Immediate

Contract Type: Part-time

Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 02/06/2025 Midday

Date of Interviews: 06/06/25

We are a vibrant school tucked away in a beautiful Essex village looking to recruit an experienced and friendly Catering Manager to join our enthusiastic catering team and to prepare fresh home-cooked food for our pupils.

Experience of a similar environment and of supervising staff would be advantageous, as would knowledge of budgets and menu planning. Training will be available for the right candidate as part of our staff development commitment. We aim for school food to be an integral part of our ethos, and the post holder can expect to work as part of a dedicated school team.

Hours are during term time, Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 14:00 (25 hours per week), plus non-pupil days.

Visits to the school are welcome. To arrange a visit, please call the school office.

Information about the School

If this post attracts sufficient interest before the closing date, we may close and conduct interviews earlier. Early applications are encouraged. We are also willing to wait for the right candidate.

Great Leighs Primary School is set in an idyllic location with countryside views and ample outdoor space. We offer a warm, welcoming environment, supportive colleagues and Governing Board, and children who are developing a love of learning. There are opportunities for professional development within the school and through partnerships with other schools and settings.

Great Leighs Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to DBS checks, medical clearance, and references, following safer recruitment practices.

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Contact details:

• James Garlick
• Aragon Road
• Great Leighs, Chelmsford
• Essex, CM3 1RP
• Telephone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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