Catering Manager

JR United Kingdom; Crawley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in the UK is seeking a Catering Manager to oversee kitchen operations and ensure a supportive environment. This role offers a chance to contribute to a rewarding workplace with a focus on work/life balance. Join a team that values your input and offers career development opportunities while participating in a 4-Day Working Week trial.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support

Flexible Benefits Platform

Qualifications

• Experience in managing kitchen operations.
• Ability to lead food preparation and service.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen operations efficiently.
• Prepare dining and service areas.
• Maintain cleanliness of catering areas.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Food Preparation

Cleaning

Job description

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Job Opportunity: Catering Manager

Location: Manor House School, Slinfold, Horsham, RH13 0QX

Salary: Up to £28,000 per annum plus Welcome Bonus**

Hours: 35 hours per week; Monday to Friday, 07:00am - 02:00pm

Start Date: September 2025

Note: UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the Role

As part of our growth, we are excited to offer a Catering Manager position at Manor House School. Join our team and contribute to a supportive environment that values work/life balance, including participation in the 4-Day Working Week trial, which may be implemented within our school in the next year.

Main Responsibilities

1. Manage the kitchen operations efficiently.
2. Prepare the dining and service areas, including setting up and cleaning.
3. Lead food preparation, cooking, and serving.
4. Maintain cleanliness of catering areas daily and perform routine cleaning tasks.
5. Manage stock levels of cleaning materials and reorder as needed, following school policies.

About Us

Manor House School is a DfE registered independent school catering to children aged 7-18 with social, emotional, and mental health needs. Part of Acorn Education and Outcomes First Group, we offer a rewarding environment with opportunities for career development. In 2024, we were recognized as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth consecutive year.

Benefits

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with flexible contribution options
• Comprehensive mental health and physical health support
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista) including health, insurance, discounts, Cycle to Work, Electric Car Scheme, critical illness cover, and family support benefits)

Additional Information

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. Successful applicants will undergo social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS.

**Note: The Welcome Bonus is paid according to the terms and conditions, subject to the employee remaining with us for the specified period.

*Note: You will work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, as part of the 4DWW trial, which is contingent upon successful probation completion and is not a contractual benefit.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.