Catering Manager

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

Job summary

A unique opportunity for a Catering Manager at Manor House School in Slinfold. You will oversee kitchen operations, ensure hygiene and safety, and lead food preparation and service. Join a supportive environment dedicated to making a positive impact on students' lives.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support

Cycle to Work Schemes

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in managing kitchen operations.
• Knowledge of food hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen operations and food preparation.
• Ensure cleanliness and safety in catering areas.
• Lead in serving food and maintaining equipment.

Skills

Management

Food Preparation

Hygiene

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

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

About the Role

As part of our growth, we are offering a unique opportunity for a Catering Manager at Manor House School in Slinfold. Support the management of the school environment, ensuring cleanliness, hygiene, and safety for pupils, staff, visitors, and contractors.

Main Responsibilities

1. Manage the kitchen operations
2. Prepare the dining area for service, including moving/setup furniture, and cleaning/dismantling after service
3. Prepare service areas and equipment for meal service
4. Lead in food preparation, cooking, and serving
5. Serve food according to operational style
6. Wash dishes, cutlery, and catering equipment
7. Maintain daily cleanliness of catering areas
8. Perform routine and ad hoc cleaning tasks
9. Manage cleaning materials stock and reordering, following school policies

About Us

Manor House School is a DfE registered independent school catering to boys and girls aged 7-18 with social, emotional, and mental health needs. Part of Acorn Education and Outcomes First Group, we offer challenging and rewarding career development opportunities. We are proud to be recognized as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for five consecutive years.

Employee Benefits

You will receive an exceptional rewards package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with optional contributions
• Access to mental health and physical health support services

Through Vista, our Flexible Benefits Platform, you can select benefits such as:

• Health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• Discount options in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and fertility treatments

Additional Information

Joining us means making a positive impact on the lives of pupils and vulnerable young adults. We are committed to safeguarding and will conduct social media checks and an enhanced DBS for all applicants.

**Welcome Bonus: Paid as per terms, provided you remain employed until payment. T&Cs apply if leaving within 12 months.

*Work Hours: You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay. 4DWW is subject to probation success and is not contractual.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive high application volumes.