Mobile Catering Manager: Kitchen Lead & Fleet Ops

Education Authority Northern Ireland; Strabane; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational organization in Strabane is seeking a Catering Manager to efficiently manage kitchen operations and supervise staff. The ideal candidate possesses NVQ level 2 in food preparation or equivalent, along with strong supervisory skills and experience in budget management. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to quality catering services for children and staff, ensuring dietary needs are met in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the kitchen efficiently on a day-to-day basis.
• Supervise and direct kitchen staff while ensuring high-quality service.
• Organize food service, including transportation of meals.
• Monitor financial performance and maintain budget costs.
• Execute skilled cooking activities for menu provisions.

Skills

Food preparation and cooking

Supervision/management

Stock control

Budget management

Knowledge of HACCP

IT skills (MS Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams)

Training delivery

Education

NVQ level 2 in food preparation and cooking or equivalent

Job description

A local educational organization in Strabane is seeking a Catering Manager to efficiently manage kitchen operations and supervise staff. The ideal candidate possesses NVQ level 2 in food preparation or equivalent, along with strong supervisory skills and experience in budget management. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to quality catering services for children and staff, ensuring dietary needs are met in a supportive environment.