Catering Manager

Renaissance Education; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Renaissance Education in the United Kingdom seeks a Catering Manager to oversee menu planning, food preparation, stock control, purchasing and budgeting in a busy school kitchen.

You will lead a small catering team, ensure food safety compliance, and promote healthy eating while delivering high-quality meals to pupils, staff and visitors.

This role supports our safeguarding-first environment, focusing on wellbeing, safety and a welcoming dining experience for every child and staff member.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing school catering services or similar settings.
• Solid knowledge of food safety and nutrition standards.
• Track record of leading a small catering team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee menu planning, food preparation, stock control, purchasing and budgeting.
• Ensure food safety compliance and high standards of cleanliness.
• Lead and develop a small school catering team to deliver quality meals.
• Promote healthy eating and create a welcoming dining environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

Skills

Menu planning

Stock control

Budgeting

Food safety compliance

Team management

Healthy eating promotion

Job description

The successful candidate will oversee menu planning, food preparation, stock control, purchasing, budgeting, food safety compliance, and the management of a small catering team. They will play a key role in promoting healthy eating and ensuring an excellent dining experience for pupils, staff, and visitors. This role offers the opportunity to make a positive impact on the wellbeing of children and young people through the delivery of high-quality school food and a welcoming dining environment, Many of the children and young people who attend our specialist therapeutic schools have experienced significant adversity, trauma or complex life experiences. We understand that creating a culture of safety, trust and belonging is fundamental to helping them thrive academically, socially and emotionally. Our approach is rooted in kindness, compassion and a commitment to understanding the individual needs of every child. Working Together to Keep Children Safe Safeguarding is a shared responsibility. We work in close partnership with parents, carers, local authorities, health professionals and other agencies to ensure every child receives the care, support and protection they need. We believe that parents and carers are our most important partners. By working together, sharing information appropriately and maintaining open, honest communication, we can provide children with the consistency, security and support they need to flourish. Supporting Families The challenges facing children and young people continue to evolve. From online safety and social media to mental health, exploitation, bullying and emotional wellbeing, families are navigating an increasingly complex world. Our safeguarding resources are designed to provide practical advice, trusted guidance and up-to-date information to help parents and carers understand potential risks and support their children safely. We are committed to working alongside families, offering advice and signposting additional support whenever it is needed. If you have any concerns about the safety or wellbeing of a child, or would like further advice, we encourage you to speak to a member of our safeguarding team. No concern is too small, and we are always here to listen and help. Our Commitment At Renaissance Education, we are committed to:

• Creating a culture where every child feels safe, respected, listened to and valued.
• Promoting the physical, emotional and psychological wellbeing of every pupil.
• Maintaining robust safeguarding and child protection procedures in line with statutory guidance, including Keeping Children Safe in Education.
• Ensuring all staff receive comprehensive safeguarding training and regular updates.
• Working effectively with external agencies to safeguard children and promote positive outcomes.
• Teaching pupils how to recognise risks, build resilience and stay safe both online and offline.
• Encouraging children to speak out, knowing they will always be listened to and taken seriously.

Safeguarding & Safer Recruitment

Renaissance Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects every member of staff, volunteer and visitor to share this commitment. Our recruitment processes reflect our commitment to safer recruitment. All appointments are subject to a rigorous selection process, including enhanced DBS checks, identity and right-to-work verification, reference checks, qualification verification, online searches (where appropriate), and assessment of suitability to work with children in accordance with statutory guidance. Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate their commitment to safeguarding and child-centred practice throughout the recruitment process and during their employment with Renaissance Education.

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Catering Manager to lead our school catering service. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate food professional to deliver high-quality, nutritious meals while managing the day-to-day operation of a busy school kitchen.