Catering Manager

Lancashire County Council; Rawtenstall; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council is seeking a Catering Manager to lead its in-house catering team in Haslingden, Lancashire. The role requires strong leadership and management capabilities, with a focus on maintaining high work standards and being actively present in the kitchen. A commitment to working with young people and a sense of humor are essential. The position is part-time and term-time only, with a salary of £28,412-£32,062 (full-time equivalent).

Qualifications

• Experience leading a catering team.
• Ability to maintain high standards.
• Experience working with young people desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the in-house catering team.
• Ensure a high standard of work.
• Be a visible presence in the kitchen.

Skills

Strong leadership skills

Management skills

Team player

High standard of work

Job description

CATERING MANAGER

Lancashire County Council

• Location: Rossendale, Lancashire
• Salary: £28,412-£32,062 per year
• Type: Permanent
• Hours: Full-time
• Posted: 18 hours ago

Location: Haslingden High School And Sixth Form, Broadway, Haslingden, Rossendale, BB4 4EY (1541 on roll) Tel: [phone]

Summary: We are currently seeking to appoint a suitably experienced, committed and enthusiastic individual to lead our in-house catering team. We are looking for someone with strong leadership and management skills, who is also a committed team player and prides themselves on a high standard of work. This is a hands-on role and the successful candidate will be a constant and visible presence in the kitchen. A sense of humour, a smile and empathy for young people and colleagues are all essential characteristics needed to be successful in this post. If this sounds like you, we look forward to reading your application.

Further details and an application form are available on our website.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. Please note CVs are not accepted; to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached. This position is part time, term time only; please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro-rata basis.

Proposed Interview Date: 14/10/2025

Equal Opportunities statement: An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

Rehabilitation: The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders; this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

Lancashire County Council