Catering Manager

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Worcester; On-site; GBP 4,000 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Worcester is looking for a Catering Manager to oversee the preparation and service of school meals. The ideal candidate will ensure food safety and hygiene standards, manage a small team effectively, and maintain compliance with health regulations. Experience in a similar role within an educational setting is preferred. This part-time role offers a competitive salary and requires a commitment to the ethos of the school.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing food preparation and service in a school setting is essential.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations is required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with pupils and staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise the preparation and service of school meals.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards and health regulations.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and report maintenance issues.

Skills

Food safety standards

Team management

Hygiene and health standards

Communication skills

Education

Relevant food safety certifications

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Catering Manager

Directorate/School: Children, Families and Communities

Grade: SC1, Spinal Column Point 2 (£24,413 pro-rata)

Actual Salary: £5,669.10 per annum

Hours: 10 hours a week (Monday to Friday - term time only)

Line managed by: School Finance & Business Manager

Contract: Permanent

Purpose of Post

The Catering Manager is responsible for the effective management, preparation, service, and supervision of school meals, ensuring high standards of food safety, hygiene, and health and safety at all times.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

Operational Duties

• Receive and manage food deliveries prepared off‑site by the external catering contractor.
• Prepare the lunch hall and kitchen areas for meal service.
• Serve meals to pupils in a safe, efficient, and welcoming manner.
• Carry out routine and deep cleaning of kitchen surfaces, equipment, lunch hall floor, and furniture.
• Complete and accurately record daily operational and food safety checks.

Food Safety and Compliance

• Champion food safety standards in line with the Food Standards Agency’s Safer Food, Better Business guidance.
• Ensure full compliance with the school’s Health and Safety Policy and COSHH regulations in relation to food, equipment, materials, and general safety.
• Observe all relevant Health and Safety legislation, catering regulations, and County Council policies.
• Undertake regular risk assessments for the kitchen and lunch hall, reporting concerns to senior managers as required.

Equipment and Facilities Management

• Ensure the safe operation of all kitchen equipment at all times.
• Report necessary repairs promptly and ensure that unsafe equipment is removed from use until repaired.
• Maintain all kitchen and dining areas in a clean, orderly, and hazard‑free condition.

Training and Development

• Participate in mandatory and role‑specific training as required.
• Undertake training and development programmes identified by Senior Managers.

General Requirements of the Post

The post holder must:

• Support and promote the ethos, vision, and values of Malvern Wells Primary School.
• Carry out all duties in accordance with the school’s Health and Safety Policy and uphold expectations of pupil behaviour and conduct.
• Comply with policies and procedures relating to Safeguarding and Child Protection, confidentiality, and data protection, and report any concerns to the appropriate person.
• Maintain the highest standards of personal hygiene and appearance and wear the uniform provided at all times.

General Duties

• Undertake any other duties, training, or reasonable adjustments to working hours as required, consistent with the level of responsibility of the post.
• Carry out health and safety duties commensurate with the role and in line with the Directorate’s Health and Safety Policy.

Contacts

In all interactions, the post holder is expected to present a positive and professional image of the Directorate and the County Council, maintaining effective and constructive working relationships.

Additional Notes

• This post is subject to a criminal record check under the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
• The Council reserves the right to amend this job description, following consultation, to reflect changes in the role or service delivery without altering the general nature or level of responsibility.
• Reasonable adjustments will be considered in accordance with the Equality Act and disability legislation.
• All duties must be carried out in a manner that promotes equality of opportunity, dignity, and respect for all employees and service users, in line with the Council’s Equal Opportunities Policy.
• The English Fluency Duty applies to this post. The post holder must be able to communicate fluently and accurately in spoken English to effectively support pupils and staff.