Catering Operations Lead - Kitchen, Diets & Training

Education Authority Northern Ireland; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional education authority in Northern Ireland seeks a Catering Manager to oversee kitchen operations at St Eithne's Primary School, ensuring high-quality catering services and food safety compliance. Ideal candidates will possess NVQ level 2 in food preparation and cooking or equivalent qualifications. Leadership experience in catering and budget management skills are essential. The position offers a challenging yet rewarding opportunity to contribute to the nutritional needs of children and staff.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in food preparation and cooking within a catering establishment.
• Evidence of effective supervision or management of a catering team.
• Knowledge of special diets including allergens.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the kitchen.
• Supervise food service and ensure compliance with food safety standards.
• Organise food deliveries, ordering, and stock management.

Skills

Food preparation

Team leadership

Menu planning

Allergen management

Budget management

IT skills

HACCP knowledge

Education

NVQ level 2 in food preparation and cooking

City & Guilds 706-1 & 706-2

Job description

A regional education authority in Northern Ireland seeks a Catering Manager to oversee kitchen operations at St Eithne's Primary School, ensuring high-quality catering services and food safety compliance. Ideal candidates will possess NVQ level 2 in food preparation and cooking or equivalent qualifications. Leadership experience in catering and budget management skills are essential. The position offers a challenging yet rewarding opportunity to contribute to the nutritional needs of children and staff.