School Catering Duty Manager – Lead Teams & Service

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Buckingham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Volunteer days

Grandparent leave 3 days

Enhanced maternity leave 24 weeks

Training & development opportunities

Pension & life insurance

Perkbox discounts

Wellbeing hub & EAP

Free meals while at work

Apprenticeships for all levels

Job summary

Holroyd Howe is seeking a confident Duty Manager to support the day-to-day running of the catering service at Stowe School in Buckinghamshire. You will work closely with the Catering Team to lead operations, ensure high food quality and exceptional service in a hands-on, customer-focused role.

This position is ideal for someone passionate about food, hospitality and team development, with a strong focus on allergen controls and safety.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or assistant management experience in a catering or hospitality environment.
• A food-led individual with a good understanding of kitchen operations and customer service.
• Experience managing a team and supporting staff training and development.
• Knowledge of health & safety, food safety, and compliance procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support the General Manager in overseeing day-to-day catering operations, ensuring a high-quality and consistent service.
• Lead by example in delivering excellent food standards and customer experience.
• Supervise and motivate catering teams to perform efficiently and with pride.
• Help manage stock, ordering, and supplier relationships in line with budgetary targets.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and compliance with all relevant policies.
• Assist in planning and executing hospitality events and term-time functions.
• Deputise in the absence of the General Manager, taking ownership of operations and client communications.
• Accountability for following and championing allergen controls

Skills

Supervisory experience

Team leadership

Food service knowledge

Allergen controls

Customer service focus

Job description

Holroyd Howe is seeking a confident Duty Manager to support the day-to-day running of the catering service at Stowe School in Buckinghamshire. You will work closely with the Catering Team to lead operations, ensure high food quality and exceptional service in a hands-on, customer-focused role.

This position is ideal for someone passionate about food, hospitality and team development, with a strong focus on allergen controls and safety.