Mobile Kitchen Manager – School Meals, Flexible Hours

Hertfordshire Catering Limited; Dedham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Joining Bonus £1000

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Hertfordshire Catering Limited is seeking a Mobile Cook Manager based in Broxbourne East Herts West & North Essex, with occasional coverage in Colchester. The role involves leading day-to-day kitchen operations, delivering fresh meals, managing stock and budgets, and ensuring food safety compliance.

You will travel to primary and secondary schools to provide support services as required, with a strong focus on safeguarding and team development.

Qualifications

• Food Hygiene Level 2 certificate (required)
• NVQ Level 2/3 is highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day kitchen operations
• Prepare, and deliver fresh, nutritious meals
• Oversee stock control, ordering, and budget management
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations
• Monitor food quality, presentation, and portion control
• Manage allergen awareness and cater for special dietary requirements
• Build positive relationships with staff, students, and the wider school community
• Maintain accurate records (e.g. HACCP, temperature checks, audits)
• Inspiring and developing your team, creating an environment where people grow and thrive
• Committed to safeguarding children and young people

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Stock control

Food safety

Allergens

HACCP

Time management

Travel readiness

Education

Food Hygiene Level 2

NVQ Level 2/3

Job description

Hertfordshire Catering Limited is seeking a Mobile Cook Manager based in Broxbourne East Herts West & North Essex, with occasional coverage in Colchester. The role involves leading day-to-day kitchen operations, delivering fresh meals, managing stock and budgets, and ensuring food safety compliance.

You will travel to primary and secondary schools to provide support services as required, with a strong focus on safeguarding and team development.