Pupil Engagement and Nutrition Manager

Holroyd Howe; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contract catering company is seeking a dynamic Pupils Engagement and Nutrition Manager to enhance school dining experiences. The role focuses on promoting healthy eating, liaising between pupils and staff, and developing engaging food programs. Candidates should have a background in nutrition and experience in educational settings. This position offers a full-time contract with benefits including competitive salary and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

28 days holiday

3 volunteering days

3 days grandparent leave

24 weeks enhanced maternity leave

Bespoke training & development

Pension & life insurance

Employee discounts via Perkbox

Wellbeing hub

Free meals while at work

Career development & HIT Apprenticeships

Qualifications

• A passion for and knowledge of nutrition.
• Experience working with pupils in an educational environment preferred.
• Experience working with children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as the key liaison between pupils, staff, and the catering team.
• Develop a structured programme of engagement through pupil food councils.
• Promote healthy eating and wellbeing across schools.

Skills

Knowledge of nutrition

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Presentation skills

Ability to adapt and teach

Education

BSc degree in Nutrition or Public Health

Member of an approved Regulatory Body (BANT, AFN)

Job description

Company Description

Job Title: Pupils Engagement and Nutrition Manager

Location: London Region - 3 Locations within South London

Contract Type: 50 Weeks Contract (Full Time)

Salary: up to £42,000pa

Why Join us?

• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• 3 volunteering days to give back to causes you care about
• 3 days grandparent leave for those special family moments
• 24 weeks enhanced maternity leave
• Bespoke training & development opportunities
• Pension & life insurance
• Discounts on high street brands, cinema & holidays via the Perkbox App
• Wellbeing hub & access to employee assistance programme
• Free meals while at work
• Career development & HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Pupils Engagement and Nutrition Manager to play a key role in enhancing the school’s catering experience across both the prep and senior sites. This position bridges nutrition, engagement, and hospitality ensuring menus are nutritionally balanced, allergen‑compliant, and engaging to pupils, staff, and visitors. The role also includes administrative support, event coordination, and active involvement in kitchen operations to maintain a consistent, high‑quality food service.

You will be joining Holroyd Howe, one of the UK’s leading contract caterers, providing fresh innovative food services solely to independent schools and colleges. We are a team of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children of all ages in order to meet the bespoke requirements of each school.

Our mission is simple: To provide our teams with the right skills to succeed in their jobs, we invest in their training and development. Our exceptional teams of seasoned specialists customise our catering services to fit children of all ages and satisfy the unique needs of our clients.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the key liaison between pupils, staff, and the catering team, ensuring pupil voice and feedback actively shape the dining offer
• Develop and lead a structured programme of engagement through pupil food councils, themed events, and wellbeing campaigns
• Champion a welcoming, hospitality‑focused dining environment that reflects the school’s ethos and premium standards
• Expand engagement from one‑off activities to an ongoing strategic programme
• Lead engagement activities to promote healthy eating and wellbeing across both prep and senior schools
• Organise tasting sessions, nutrition workshops, and themed food events to encourage pupil participation and feedback
• Build strong relationships with teaching staff, pastoral teams, and parents to support nutrition education and awareness
• Collect and analyse feedback through surveys, meetings, and suggestion boxes to inform menu development
• Support the Head Chef and Catering Manager in designing balanced, seasonal menus suitable for different age groups and dietary needs
• Prepare and format menus for display, digital platforms, and termly publications
• Conduct nutritional analysis and ensure menus comply with school and government nutrition standards
• Review portion control and nutritional content to promote balanced meals across services
• Assist in developing hospitality and fine dining menus for school events, open days, and external functions
• In particular, support the organisation of sports and parent teas, ensuring menus, presentation, and service meet school expectations
• Incorporate local sourcing, seasonal ingredients, and sustainability goals (e.g. waste reduction, provenance transparency)
• Promote transparency and reassurance among pupils, parents, and staff through clear communication of allergen procedures
• Ensure all allergen and dietary information is accurate and clearly communicated across all catering areas
• Maintain and update allergen matrices and records for compliance and audit purposes
• Deliver or support allergen awareness training for kitchen and service teams
• Liaise with parents and the medical or pastoral team on pupils’ dietary and allergen requirements
• Work with chefs to ensure allergen‑free meals are prepared safely and separately
• Ensure that all food and service presented at events reflects the high standards of the school’s brand and ethos
• Collaborate with the school’s communication and marketing teams to highlight catering achievements/initiatives and promote catering as part of the wider school experience and reputation
• Provide input on dining‑room aesthetics, signage, digital content, and service style to maintain a consistently high‑quality impression
• Monitor pupil participation, satisfaction, and food waste, identifying trends and areas for improvement
• Prepare brief termly summaries of engagement initiatives and outcomes
• Contribute creative ideas and innovations to enhance the dining experience each term

Qualifications

• A passion for and knowledge of nutrition
• BSc degree in Nutrition or Public Health
• Member of an approved Regulatory Body (BANT, AFN)
• Experience working with pupils in an educational environment (preferred)
• Experience working with children (preferred)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to adapt and teach in different environments and situations
• Excellent presentation skills

Additional Information

People first

We’re a company of individuals, united in doing our best for our clients.

Great food, always

Using only the best ingredients, our food is fresh, authentic and tailored to each school, age group, and specific needs and preferences.

Food education

We educate pupils through food, encouraging them to understand and develop their own personal tastes and make informed food choices.

Respect in everything we do

Our respectful codes of conduct inform how we behave towards our clients and customers, suppliers and business partners, and each other.

Fresh thinking

New ideas for food, service and ways of working help us maintain our position as creative leaders in school catering.

In order to be considered for this role you must be able to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK.

Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe involve regulated activity. It is a criminal offence for individuals barred from working with children to apply for such roles. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a Barred List check will be required for all successful applicants. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide information about relevant criminal offences and will be subject to an online search of publicly available information. This search helps identify any issues that may affect suitability to work with children.

This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.