Catering Manager

Aramark; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider is seeking a Catering Manager to oversee operations at New College Swindon's NorthStar Campus. This role involves managing kitchen staff, ensuring high food quality, and maintaining compliance with food standards. Candidates should possess a relevant culinary qualification and prior experience in catering management. Join a supportive work environment where you can shape a positive food culture for students.

Benefits

Comprehensive employee benefits

Online GP services

Apprenticeship development schemes

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing catering operations in a school, college, or similar environment.
• Strong financial understanding with stock control and P&L awareness.
• Full DBS clearance and ability to pass all necessary security checks.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations for breakfast and lunch services.
• Manage grab & go and deli-style food offerings.
• Oversee hospitality events and food standards compliance.
• Support financial performance with budget tracking.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen management

Customer service

Education

Culinary or cookery qualification

Job description

Your Aramark journey starts here

Catering Manager
REQ Number: 597320
Location: New College Swindon, NorthStar Campus, SN2 1DY
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday with occasional Saturdays
Contract: Permanent | Term-time only - 42 working weeks per year
Salary: £28,800 per annum

Are you a passionate and experienced catering professional ready to take the lead in a dynamic educational environment? We're looking for a proactive Catering Manager to head up our food service at New College Swindon's NorthStar Campus.

This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact by delivering fresh, nutritious meals and outstanding customer service to students and staff in a friendly and supportive setting.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Leading daily kitchen operations, preparing a variety of hot and cold food for breakfast and lunch services.
• Managing grab & go and deli-style offerings, with a strong focus on quality, consistency, and portion control.
• Taking ownership of food standards, minimising waste, and maintaining compliance with all guidelines.
• Overseeing hospitality events and ensuring adherence to brand and recipe standards.
• Managing stock control: placing orders, receiving deliveries, and conducting stocktakes.
• Supporting financial performance with budget tracking and reporting.
• Leading, coaching, and inspiring a small kitchen team to reach high standards.
• Ensuring excellent customer service and handling any complaints effectively and professionally.
• Supporting across both campuses when required.

What We're Looking For:

• A relevant culinary or cookery qualification.
• Proven experience managing catering operations, ideally in a school, college, or similar environment.
• Strong team leadership and kitchen management skills.
• Sound financial understanding with experience in stock control and P&L awareness.
• A proactive, hands-on leader who can motivate and develop their team.
• Full DBS clearance and the ability to pass all necessary security checks.

Why Join Us?

• A supportive work environment with structured hours and a focus on work-life balance.
• Access to a comprehensive employee benefits portal with hundreds of discounts.
• Online GP services for health support when you need it.
• Apprenticeship development schemes to support your career growth.
• A chance to shape a positive food culture within the college.

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a kitchen with creativity, care, and a commitment to quality. If you're looking for a role that combines leadership with purpose, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and bring your passion for great food to New College Swindon.

If you are applying for this role and you already work for Aramark, you must notify your line manager before submitting your application.

About Aramark

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive. As a proud Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.
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