Cook/Catering Manager (30hrs per week) (Belle Vale Community Primary School)

School Improvement Liverpool; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a dedicated Cook/Catering Manager to lead their school kitchen. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about providing high-quality meals for students. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring food safety standards are met, and creating a positive dining experience for all. If you are enthusiastic, well-organized, and committed to child welfare, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a busy kitchen environment.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide a seamless catering service for pupils and the school.
• Lead a team in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Skills

Team Leadership

Time Management

Catering Management

Food Safety Standards

Education

Catering Qualification

Job description

Cook/Catering Manager (30hrs per week)

Job Title: Cook/Catering Manager (30hrs per week)
Employer: Belle Vale Community Primary School
Job Type: Facilities
Job Phase: Primary
NOR: 271
Grade: 4 (30hrs per week)
Actual Salary: £27,465 - £31,262 pro rata (30 hrs per week)
Contract Type: Permanent
Contract Term: Part time, Term time only
Location: Liverpool
Start Date: Start immediately
Closing Date: Friday, May 9th, 2025

About the School
Belle Vale Primary School is a happy, friendly and inclusive school which is striving for excellence. The successful candidate will be highly-motivated and enthusiastic, working in a fast pace busy kitchen area; you will need to be hardworking and able to work as part of a team. The successful candidate will join a dedicated, supportive team whose aim is to provide an efficient and effective food service to our children and school. We are a safe school, promoting child protection and equal opportunities issues as set out in Local Authority guidance. This appointment is subject to pre-employment checks, an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and references will be sought.

About the Role
About the Role The Governors are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and conscientious person to provide a seamless catering service for our pupils and the school.

Personal Qualities
What we are looking for: The successful candidate will be
• highly-motivated, well-organised and enthusiastic
• responsible for a fast-paced and very busy school kitchen
• positive, hardworking and able to lead and work well with others
• committed to continual improvement to provide every child with a happy, high quality and healthy experience

How to Apply
• Recruitment pack is available via e-mail from Business Manager, Miss Dears, [e-mail] or on our website www.bellevaleprimary.co.uk
• If you decide you would like to work with us, we look forward to receiving your application. Your application should be written to the Person Specification provided.
• The email address to return application forms is as above or return hard copies of your completed application form to school marked for the attention of Ms H. Thompson, Chair of Governors
• If successfully shortlisted, candidates will be contacted by phone/ email to be invited to take part in activities and an interview and references will be requested

Closing Date: Friday 9th May 2025
Short Listing Date: Monday 12th May 2025
Interview Date: Thursday 22nd May 2025

Recruitment Documents
Job Description: Download Document
Application Form: Download Document
Equal Opportunities Monitoring: Download Document


Contact Details
Belle Vale Community Primary School
Besford Road
Liverpool
L25 2QF

Contact Name: Emma Hartley
Contact Telephone: [phone]
Contact e-mail: [e-mail]
Website: www.bellevaleprimary.co.uk
NOR: 271