Catering Manager - Meldreth

Randstad Education; Meldreth; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a passionate Catering Manager to lead a team and ensure exceptional service within a school environment. The role requires strong leadership, expertise in food safety, and management of complex dietary requirements. This full-time, permanent position offers an opportunity to support a multi-disciplinary team. Apply now by sending your CV!

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing catering for complex dietary needs.
• Strong track record in team leadership and performance management.
• Flexibility to adapt and support special events.

Responsibilities

• Lead the catering team and oversee daily service.
• Manage preparation of complex dietary meals.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Manage budget and stock control.

Skills

Team leadership

Food safety legislation knowledge

Budgeting skills

Stock control

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Level 3 Food Hygiene & Safety (Catering)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you ready to lead and inspire a catering team to deliver exceptional service every day?

Can you maintain impeccable standards of food safety and hygiene (HACCP, SFBB) while running a busy operation?

Do you possess the organisational skills needed to manage complex stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships efficiently?

If you are a leader with a passion for food, safety, and person‑centred care, we would love to hear from you.

Position: Catering Manager

Location: Meldreth

Contract Type: Full-Time permanent role

Salary: Depending on experience and qualifications

Start Date: ASAP

Qualification: Level 3 Food Hygiene & Safety (Catering), leadership experience

Randstad Education is in search for a dedicated professional who wants to use their skills to improve the quality of life for others. You will be joining a supportive, multi‑disciplinary team where your contribution is truly valued.

This is a full time permanent role and you will be required to support five days a week Monday – Friday inline with school hours.

You can simply email your CV now to [e-mail] and I will get in touch with you shortly!

Responsibilities:

• Lead the catering team and oversee daily service.
• Manage preparation of complex dietary meals (e.g., textured, allergen‑safe).
• Ensure strict compliance with Natasha's Law, food safety, and hygiene (SFBB).
• Manage budget, stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships.
• Supervise staff (training, rotas, performance reviews).
• Collaborate with care, education, and therapy teams for holistic planning.
• Lead themed meals and special events.
• Contribute to emergency planning and food safety protocols.

Preferred Skills:

• Level 3 Food Hygiene & Safety (Catering).
• Proven experience managing catering for complex dietary needs.
• Strong track record in team leadership and performance management.
• Expert knowledge of food safety legislation.
• Strong skills in budgeting, stock control, and financial monitoring.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, etc.).
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.

Personal Attributes:

• A commitment to person‑centred care and inclusive practices.
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Physical fitness (standing/manual tasks).
• Flexibility to adapt and support special events.

Please note that this role is unable to offer any Sponsorship at this time.

All candidates will be subject to Randstad Education's child protection and UK eligibility vetting including a DBS check and providing satisfactory references. A DBS on the update service would be a distinct advantage due to the urgent nature of some of these roles.

If you have recent and relevant experience for this position and are immediately available for work then please email me your CV now to [e-mail] and I will be in touch with you!!

I look forward to hearing from you soon!