Catering Manager: Lead Care Kitchen with Flexible Hours

Securitas UK; Herne Bay; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Strode Park House in Herne, Kent is seeking an experienced Catering Manager to lead a busy kitchen, plan menus and manage rotas, stock and costs. You will supervise cooks and catering assistants, ensuring meals are nutritious, appealing and prepared with care within budget and safety standards.

The role requires Level 2 catering qualification and a basic Food Hygiene certificate, with practical leadership and a passion for delivering high-quality catering in a care setting.

Qualifications

• Level 2 catering qualification and a basic Food Hygiene certificate are required.
• Experience in kitchen management and supervising a team is essential.
• Ability to plan menus, manage rotas and monitor budgets effectively.
• Keen to deliver nutritious, high-quality meals with care and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Lead cooks and catering assistants to deliver high-quality meals.
• Plan appealing menus and manage rotas for a busy kitchen.
• Oversee stock, supplier value and kitchen budgets.
• Ensure safety and compliance with health, safety and COSHH rules.

Skills

Team leadership

Budget control

Menu planning

Food safety knowledge

Education

Level 2 catering qualification

Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

Strode Park House in Herne, Kent is seeking an experienced Catering Manager to lead a busy kitchen, plan menus and manage rotas, stock and costs. You will supervise cooks and catering assistants, ensuring meals are nutritious, appealing and prepared with care within budget and safety standards.

The role requires Level 2 catering qualification and a basic Food Hygiene certificate, with practical leadership and a passion for delivering high-quality catering in a care setting.