Deputy Head of Events and Catering Operations

WarwickIndependent Schools Foundation; Warwick; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is looking for a Deputy Head of Events and Food Operations to oversee food quality and manage staff within the Catering and Events Department. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and relevant qualifications in catering. This role involves budget management and the use of catering operation systems, ensuring a high standard of service across the Foundation.

Qualifications

• Professional catering qualification of at least NVQ level 3 or equivalent.
• Strong relevant work history.

Responsibilities

• Ensure exceptional standard of food across the Foundation.
• Line manage Front of House and Events Managers.

Skills

Leadership

Staff Management

Catering Operation Systems

Budget Management

Education

Professional Catering Qualification (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)

Job description

Job Title: Deputy Head of Events and Food Operations

We are seeking to appoint a talented Deputy Head of Events and Food Operations to work in our busy and thriving Catering and Events Department at Warwick Schools Foundation.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring we serve an exceptional standard of food across the Foundation. They will line manage our Front of House and Events Managers. In respect of qualifications, they will have a professional catering qualification of at least NVQ level 3 or City & Guilds or equivalent and/or a strong relevant work history.

The skills and experience we require include but are not limited to:

• Strong leadership qualities
• Managing, training, and mentoring staff
• Using catering operation systems
• Budget management

Working hours: 37.5 hours per week, working 5 days over 7 days.

Pay banding: Spine point range 36 to 39, £41,230 to £44,342 per annum.

Closing date: Monday 26th May 2025 at 12 noon - but may close earlier if a suitable applicant is found.

For further information and to apply, please visit our Foundation website.