Catering Manager

Aramark; Woodstock; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Life assurance

Discounted meals while on shift

Free on-site parking

Employee Benefits app

Career development programmes

Continuous training

Supportive management team

Job summary

Aramark at The Marlborough Church of England School in Woodstock is seeking a Catering Manager to lead the school catering operation. You will manage the onsite team, plan and deliver nutritious meals, and ensure outstanding service for students and staff.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, budgeting, and food safety compliance, with term-time hours, pension, and career development opportunities in a collaborative education setting.

Qualifications

• Experience leading catering in an education environment.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and control costs.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety legislation.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing the daily catering operation and leading the onsite team
• Planning, preparing, and delivering nutritious, high-quality meals
• Ensuring exceptional customer service for students, staff, and visitors
• Managing staffing levels, rotas, and team performance
• Monitoring food production, presentation, and service standards
• Controlling budgets, stock levels, ordering, and food costs
• Ensuring compliance with food safety, HACCP, health and safety, and company policies
• Completing administration, reporting, and audit requirements
• Building positive relationships with school stakeholders
• Driving innovation and promoting seasonal and healthy menu choices

Skills

Leadership

People management

Budget management

Food service standards

Customer service

IT & admin skills

Education

Food safety qualification

Catering qualification

Job description

At Aramark, we empower our people to create experiences that matter. We share a passion for hospitality, it's at the foundation of everything we do. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing, a role at Aramark can help you reach your potential.

Job Description

Location: The Marlborough Church of England School, Shipton Road, Woodstock, OX20 1LP
Salary: £17.07 per hour - equated
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Working Weeks: 43 weeks per year (Term Time Only)

Your Aramark Journey Starts Here

Aramark UK are currently recruiting for a Catering Manager to lead our catering operation at The Marlborough Church of England School in Woodstock. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced catering professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for delivering high-quality food and exceptional customer service within an education environment.

As Catering Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day running of the catering service, managing a team, ensuring food quality standards are consistently achieved, and delivering a welcoming dining experience for students, staff, and visitors.

What's in it for you?

• £17.07 per hour
• 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Term time only
• 43 working weeks per year
• School holidays off
• Company pension
• Life assurance
• Discounted meals while on shift
• Free on-site parking (where available)
• Access to our Employee Benefits app: online GP, Employee Assistance Scheme, and hundreds of discounts including savings on your weekly supermarket shop and weekend treats.
• Career development opportunities and apprenticeship programmes
• Continuous training and development
• Supportive management team and working environment

What you'll be doing

• Managing the daily catering operation and leading the onsite team
• Planning, preparing, and delivering nutritious, high-quality meals
• Ensuring exceptional customer service for students, staff, and visitors
• Managing staffing levels, rotas, and team performance
• Monitoring food production, presentation, and service standards
• Controlling budgets, stock levels, ordering, and food costs
• Ensuring compliance with food safety, HACCP, health and safety, and company policies
• Completing administration, reporting, and audit requirements
• Building positive relationships with school stakeholders
• Driving innovation and promoting seasonal and healthy menu choices

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Catering Manager, Chef Manager, or similar leadership role
• Strong people management and communication skills
• Experience managing budgets and achieving financial targets
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• A passion for food, service excellence, and customer satisfaction
• Good knowledge of food safety and health and safety legislation
• Ability to motivate and develop a successful team
• Intermediate IT and administrative skills
• Relevant food hygiene qualification or willingness to obtain one

Additional Information

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive.

As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.

We are an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from veterans, service leavers, cadet forces adult volunteers, reservists and military families.

For roles requiring security clearance, any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion and maintenance of the required level of security clearance. Applicants must meet the relevant eligibility and residency requirements applicable to that level of clearance.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all employees and workers to share this commitment. Where relevant to the role, safer recruitment checks will apply, including referencesand an enhanced DBS checkin line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any adjustments or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – [e-mail]

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.

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