School Catering Manager: Lead Kitchen & Service

Compass Group UK; Wembley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I is seeking an experienced Catering Manager to oversee Chartwells catering and service operations. The role involves managing kitchens and service counters across a full-time 40-hour week, driving exceptional food experiences and customer service.

You will lead teams, monitor budgets, ensure Health & Safety compliance, and collaborate with management to meet KPIs. The position offers progression within a leading education catering provider.

Qualifications

• 2+ years catering experience required.
• NVQ Level 1 & 2 or City & Guilds 706/1 and 2 required.
• Basic Food Hygiene certificate required.
• Strong financial acumen and budget mgmt.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious food to high standards.
• Supervise culinary and catering teams to ensure excellent service.
• Oversee in-unit catering operations, inventories and budgets.
• Monitor KPIs and targets with line manager.
• Represent Compass Group UK&I and uphold brand image.
• Identify opportunities for new concepts to drive sales.

Skills

Catering management

Team leadership

Financial acumen

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

NVQ Level 1 & 2 or City & Guilds 706/1 and 2

Job description

Compass Group UK&I is seeking an experienced Catering Manager to oversee Chartwells catering and service operations. The role involves managing kitchens and service counters across a full-time 40-hour week, driving exceptional food experiences and customer service.

You will lead teams, monitor budgets, ensure Health & Safety compliance, and collaborate with management to meet KPIs. The position offers progression within a leading education catering provider.