School Catering Lead: Flexible 30h/Week, Growth & Training

Miquill; Sandbach; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading catering company in Sandbach is looking for a Catering Manager to oversee financial and operational aspects of their school catering services. You'll lead the team to deliver exceptional meals while fostering a fun and engaging environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in commercial catering, strong leadership skills, and a passion for culinary excellence. This role offers a great work-life balance with Monday to Friday hours and a competitive salary of £14 per hour with opportunities for growth.

Benefits

30 hours working with no late nights

39 weeks per year based around school term time

Dedicated L&D team for skills development and training

Qualifications

• Prior experience in managing and motivating teams in a commercial catering setting.
• Strong financial understanding of gross profit management.
• In-depth knowledge of Health and Safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and manage the team to deliver exceptional dining experiences.
• Lead preparation of high-quality meals while driving menu innovation.
• Drive sales through creative promotions and events.

Skills

Leadership in culinary settings

Team motivation

Cost control and profitability management

Strong culinary skills with fresh ingredients

Education

OND or HND Qualification in management or equivalent

Job description

A leading catering company in Sandbach is looking for a Catering Manager to oversee financial and operational aspects of their school catering services. You'll lead the team to deliver exceptional meals while fostering a fun and engaging environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in commercial catering, strong leadership skills, and a passion for culinary excellence. This role offers a great work-life balance with Monday to Friday hours and a competitive salary of £14 per hour with opportunities for growth.