School Catering Manager – 4 Month Temporary Contract

KHR - Recruitment Specialists; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking a Trust Catering Manager for a temporary contract in Sittingbourne. The role involves overseeing a school catering provision, ensuring modern and healthy meals are provided. Key responsibilities include budget management, menu planning, and leading a team. Candidates must have strong communication skills and adhere to health regulations. The contract runs from September to December with weekday hours.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading and managing a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Adherence to all DfE regulations and health and hygiene regulations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver an effective and cost-efficient catering facility.
• Lead, manage, and deploy a team of catering staff.
• Oversee food preparation and service.

Skills

Team management

Budget management

Communication

Health and hygiene knowledge

Job description

Overview

School Catering Manager – 4 Month Temporary Contract

Our client, a well-established educational institution, is seeking a skilled and experienced Trust Catering Manager to join their team on a 4 month temporary contract in Sittingbourne.

Position Overview

The Trust Catering Manager will play a crucial role in delivering an effective and cost-efficient catering facility for the educational institution. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the catering provision at a local Primary School, ensuring that students and staff receive modern, healthy, and high-quality meals.

Responsibilities

• Deliver an effective and cost-efficient catering facility, including menu planning, budgetary control, and stock management
• Lead, manage, and deploy a team of catering staff
• Develop termly menus that cater to all dietary requirements
• Coordinate in and out of school catering events
• Oversee food preparation and service
• Manage the whole school catering budget
• Maintain accurate stock records and monitor invoices
• Ensure equipment maintenance and adhere to all health and safety procedures
• Undertake risk assessments and report incidents
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, personal hygiene, and appearance among catering personnel

Requirements

• Adherence to all DfE regulations, health and hygiene regulations, COSHH regulations, and nutritional legislation
• Ability to manage budgets and maintain accurate stock records
• Experience in leading and managing a team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

The contract will run from September to December 2025 with working hours of 7am – 3pm Monday to Friday.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check including children’s barred list.

About KH Recruitment

KH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. KHR – Recruitment Specialists is a trading name of KH Recruitment Ltd.

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