Education Catering Group Manager - Hertfordshire

TN United Kingdom; Broxbourne; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks an experienced Group Manager to lead two colleges in Hertfordshire. This role emphasizes empowering teams, fostering client relationships, and achieving key performance indicators in health, safety, and quality. With a commitment to diversity and growth, the company offers a supportive environment and a balanced work/life schedule, including remote work during school holidays. If you're passionate about catering and operational excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Employee Discount Platform

Employee Assistance Program

Virtual GP Services

Pension Scheme Eligibility

Blended Learning Program

Qualifications

• Experience in catering and operational management is essential.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee two high-performing colleges in Hertfordshire.
• Support teams actively and develop strong client relationships.

Skills

Catering Management

Operational Management

Client Relationship Management

Health & Safety Compliance

Education

Relevant Qualifications in Catering

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 at Primary Schools, Secondary Schools, and Colleges across the UK, catering to more than 1,000,000 meals weekly. Our success is built on our "Fresh Food Policy" and our commitment to fulfilling our promises to clients and supporting our site-based teams.

Job Role

We seek an experienced Group Manager to oversee two high-performing colleges in Hertfordshire. Previous catering and operational management experience is essential. This is a full-year role, Monday to Friday.

At Caterlink, we believe in empowering our people. We want you to have confidence and credibility, lead and motivate your teams, develop strong client relationships across your schools, and be commercially savvy. You should be ready to support your teams actively when needed.

Our success depends on KPIs such as Health & Safety, Retention, Quality, and Finance. If you value People, Perception, Passion, and Pride, and seek growth and success, this role may be ideal for you. Successful applicants will need to complete an enhanced DBS check. Salary depends on experience.

Caterlink is committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where everyone is treated with respect, integrity, and fairness, with opportunities for growth.

Additional Information

• Salary: Up to £38,000 per annum
• We offer a blended learning program, including formal qualifications, classroom training, eLearning, and on-the-job training to support your development.
• Enjoy a good work/life balance: on-site during term time, remote during school holidays, and no weekends.
• Access to our Employee Discount Platform for savings at supermarkets, cinemas, restaurants, holidays, and family days out.
• Free Employee Assistance Program and Virtual GP services for you and your family.
• Potential eligibility to join our Pension scheme.