Catering Manager

TN United Kingdom; Swanley; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contract catering company is seeking an experienced Catering Manager to oversee the school's catering facility. You will ensure high-quality food and service while managing operations and costs. Enjoy a Monday to Friday schedule with 39 weeks off per year, allowing more time with family and friends.

Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Support from Learning & Development team

39 weeks off per year

Qualifications

• Experience using fresh ingredients in craft-based food preparation.
• Knowledge of health and safety practices.
• Understanding of gross profit management and sales targets.

Responsibilities

• Leading, developing, coaching, training, and motivating your kitchen team.
• Managing all aspects of the catering operation, including stock, food, and labour costs.
• Ensuring consistent food and service standards for students and staff.

Skills

Leadership

Food Safety Knowledge

Cost Management

Education

OND or HND

Job description

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About Aspens Services Ltd

Aspens Services Ltd is a market-leading contract catering company specialising in school food. By combining our understanding of the education sector and current food trends, we encourage creativity and excitement in our kitchens, enabling our teams to deliver fantastic food experiences for children.

Due to our successful growth and commitment to providing excellent care and services to clients and children, we are seeking an experienced Catering Manager to join our team.

The Role

As the Catering Manager, you will have full operational and financial responsibility for your school's catering facility, focusing on delivering high-quality food and service, and making your school’s catering offer one of the best in the area.

Your Responsibilities

1. Leading, developing, coaching, training, and motivating your kitchen team
2. Managing all aspects of the catering operation, including stock, food, and labour costs
3. Ensuring consistent food and service standards for students and staff
4. Driving sales through promotions and value-added events
5. Controlling and improving costs
6. Maintaining company systems, procedures, and legislation compliance
7. Conducting regular audits to ensure standards are met

About You

We are looking for someone passionate about delivering exceptional food and service in schools, with the following skills and experience:

• OND or HND qualification (not essential but advantageous)
• Experience using fresh ingredients in craft-based food preparation
• Knowledge of health and safety practices
• Understanding of gross profit management and sales targets
• Experience in a similar environment

Benefits

Enjoy fantastic hours working Monday to Friday during school term time, with no late nights and 39 weeks per year off—more time to enjoy with family and friends!

The role offers:

• £22,279.60 per annum
• Opportunities for career development within a fast-growing, ambitious company
• Support from a dedicated Learning & Development team, including apprenticeships and training courses

Please note: All staff are expected to share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required.