Catering Manager

Search; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit care organization in Haywards Heath is seeking a passionate Catering Manager to lead a vibrant kitchen team. Responsible for developing seasonal menus and ensuring smooth operations, this role requires a commitment to creating special mealtimes and a background in care home settings. The position offers a supportive culture and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Great work-life balance

Ongoing learning and development

Structured support and supervision

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in a care home setting.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to inspire a catering team.
• Experience in budgeting and menu development.

Responsibilities

• Lead a vibrate kitchen at a care home.
• Develop seasonal menus and oversee operations.
• Ensure food safety compliance and manage the team.

Skills

Leadership

Creativity in menu development

Food safety compliance

Job description

Catering Manager
Salary: £32,400
Working hours: 5 out of 7 days, control of the rota
Benefits: Great work-life balance, daytime hours

Job Description

We are seeking a passionate and driven Catering Manager to lead a vibrant kitchen at a care home in Haywards Heath. This role offers the opportunity to be part of a supportive team and make a meaningful difference by providing delicious, home-cooked, nutritious meals daily.

You will inspire and manage a dedicated catering team, develop seasonal menus on a four-week rotation, and oversee smooth operations across the facility. Responsibilities include training, scheduling, budgeting, and ensuring food safety compliance. This position is ideal for someone with a flair for creativity, leadership, and a commitment to making mealtimes special.

Candidate Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in a care home setting

Additional Benefits

• Ongoing learning & development, including mandatory annual training and opportunities for further professional courses
• Regular supervision and structured support, including professional discussions every 12 weeks
• Holistic, respectful culture emphasizing mutual respect, dignity, and personalized care
• Non-profit ethos reinvesting income into staff, quality care, and maintaining a homely environment

Equal Opportunities

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