Mobile Unit Catering Manager - 25 hours per week

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 16,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Solihull is seeking a Mobile Unit Catering Manager to work 25 hours per week during term time. The successful candidate will be responsible for food presentation, customer service, and compliance with nutritional standards. An NVQ Level 2 in Hospitality and Catering and a driving licence are required. This is a great opportunity for those passionate about food and catering in an educational setting.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Hospitality and Catering required.
• Level 2 Food Safety certification necessary.
• Driving licence and access to a vehicle mandatory.
• DBS check required before employment.
• Availability for 25 hours a week during term time.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of food presentation and service.
• Respond to the diverse needs of customers.
• Order, prepare, and cook food following menu plans.
• Compile statistical documentation as required.
• Prepare dining areas for catering requirements.

Skills

Food presentation skills

Customer service

Cooking skills

Organizational skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 Award in Hospitality and Catering Principles

Level 2 Food Safety

Job description

Overview

Our award winning school meals in Solihull have never tasted better and we are proud to offer pupils across the borough a great range of delicious, healthy meals, using locally sourced, high quality ingredients.

Position

Mobile Unit Catering Manager required working 25 hours per week Monday to Friday, term time only at various schools across the Solihull borough and on occasions Coventry, 25 hours per week, working 38.6 weeks per year - £15,363.45 per year.

Responsibilities

• Undertake general kitchen duties and maintain high standards of food presentation and service.
• Be approachable and understand the diverse needs of customers; respond to meet individual needs and communicate appropriately.
• Ensure all food served is at the right temperature, garnished and served in an appropriate manner; assist customers in choosing dishes.
• Order, prepare and cook food following the Centralised menu plan for breakfasts, lunches, buffets and promotions; ensure Government Nutritional/ Food Based Standards are met.
• Compile and submit all statistical documentation required by the central administration office (e.g., trading sheets, payroll adjustment sheets, periodic stock control sheets).
• Prepare or delegate preparation of dining areas for all catering requirements, including function catering.

Qualifications and Requirements

• NVQ Level 2 Award in Hospitality and Catering Principles
• Level 2 Food Safety
• Driving licence and access to a vehicle
• DBS check required
• Willing to work 25 hours per week, term time only (38.6 weeks per year)

Additional Information

Please contact Charlotte Kiely if you require further information not stated in the advert via e-mail: [e-mail]; otherwise please apply online below.

This post will require a DBS check. Please note we do not accept CVs.

Solihull Council has a responsibility for and a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and requires staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Attached documents: Mobile UCM JDPS September 2025.pdf