Education Catering Area Manager Support Manager

TN United Kingdom; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education catering is seeking an Area Support Manager to lead operations across multiple schools. This role offers a unique opportunity to enhance your career in a supportive environment where no two days are the same. You will ensure compliance with food quality standards, manage teams effectively, and maintain accurate records. Enjoy a great work/life balance with term-time hours, no weekends, and access to comprehensive training programs. If you’re passionate about catering and people management, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Employee Discount Platform

Employee Assistance Program

Virtual GP Services

Pension Scheme Eligibility

Qualifications

• Experience managing multiple sites in a catering environment.
• Strong understanding of food quality standards and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations across 12 schools ensuring high food quality.
• Assist with cooking and administrative tasks during team absences.

Skills

Catering Management

People Management

Food Quality Compliance

Education

Catering Qualifications

Management Experience

Job description

Job Description

Company Description

Caterlink is an education sector catering specialist with over 20 years of experience. We deliver fresh food solutions to pupils and staff across the UK, catering more than 1,000,000 meals weekly. Our success is built on our 'Fresh Food Policy' and our commitment to quality and service.

Job Role

We are seeking an Area Support Manager to oversee 12 schools, including primary and secondary schools in Wolverhampton. If you are a Catering Manager with multi-site experience looking to advance your career in operations and people management, this role could be ideal for you.

Your responsibilities will include ensuring compliance through annual ESB audits, maintaining high standards of food quality and service, managing unit controls, and keeping accurate records across your sites. You will also support your teams by assisting with cooking during absences and handling administrative tasks such as ordering, stock taking, and organizing events like taster sessions and Parents' Evenings. You will report to the Operations Manager and support HR functions related to your sites.

Successful candidates will have the opportunity to work in a growing, supportive environment where no two days are the same. An enhanced DBS check will be required.

We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all individuals are respected, treated fairly, and given opportunities to grow.

Additional Information

• Salary: Up to £30,000 per annum
• Hours: Monday to Friday, term-time only plus up to 10 additional days
• We offer a blended learning program including formal qualifications, apprenticeships, classroom training, eLearning, and on-the-job training to support your development.
• Enjoy a great work/life balance with term-time hours and no weekends.
• Access to our Employee Discount Platform for savings at supermarkets, cinemas, restaurants, holidays, and family days out.
• Employee Assistance Program and Virtual GP services available free of charge.
• Potential eligibility for our Pension scheme.