Catering Manager

Teaching Vacancies; Ottery St Mary; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A comprehensive school in England is seeking a Catering Manager responsible for leading food preparation, ordering, and hygiene operations. The ideal candidate will be flexible and adaptable, with the ability to work under pressure. The role offers full training and eligibility for the Local Government Pension Scheme, promoting employee welfare and stability.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Full training provided

Qualifications

• Experience in catering or a related field.
• Familiarity with stock management and budgeting.
• Understanding of hygiene standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead in ordering, receiving, preparing, and cooking meals.
• Manage till work and stock replenishment.
• Maintain hygiene standards and oversee kitchen operations.

Skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Adaptability

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Overview

We are looking to appoint a Catering Manager to lead in the ordering, receiving, preparing and cooking of all meals. Responsibilities include till work, stock replenishment, budgeting, pricing and maintaining our 5-star FSA hygiene rating. Very importantly, we seek someone who works well in a team, is flexible, adaptable and can work under pressure without losing their sense of humour. Full training will be provided as appropriate.

What the school offers its staff

All King’s School support staff are eligible to join the Local Government Pension Scheme, which is a defined benefit scheme, under which the school contributes 19.6% of an individual’s salary.

About the School

The King’s School is an 11-18 comprehensive school, which takes great pride in the promotion of excellence in teaching and learning, pastoral care and extra-curricular activities. Our core purpose of 'Achievement for All' encourages every student to develop their skills, interests and talents, not just through academic achievement but also through a rich variety of enrichment opportunities including house competitions, extra-curricular clubs, trips and visits.

Further details about the role

Please contact Mrs. Pocock at [e-mail] for further details or see our website and apply online. The closing date is 9am on Wednesday 1st October 2025. It is anticipated that interviews will take place the week commencing Monday 6th October 2025.

Commitment to safeguarding

When applying for the role, it is important that you refer to the school's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and the DBS Disclosure Policy, which can be found on our website (About Us – Policy Documents). We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of students so all staff are enhanced DBS checked.