School Kitchen Lead: Nutritious Meals & Safety

Compass Community; Blaxhall; Presencial; GBP 29.000 - 36.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Compass Community is seeking an experienced Catering Manager to lead the school's catering service in Blaxhall. You will plan nutritious menus, manage stock, and ensure compliance with government nutrition guidelines and food safety policies.

You'll oversee staff recruitment and training, maintain high hygiene standards, and safeguard pupil wellbeing while delivering cost-effective, high-quality meals for pupils and staff.

Formación

• Level 3 Food Safety (or NVQ equivalent).
• GCSE or equivalent level in English and maths.
• Experience of working in a school kitchen or equivalent.
• Experience of menu planning and pricing.
• Experience of recording and managing stock.
• Experience working with young people and those with SEMH.
• Experience of writing and presenting reports (e.g. financial reports, incident reports).

Responsabilidades

• Oversee the provision of high-quality school meals in line with government guidelines and legislation on school nutrition standards.
• Plan varied and nutritious menus in advance.
• Negotiate best-value contracts with authorised suppliers to ensure cost effectiveness.
• Manage food stocks to prevent shortages or excess supply and adhere to the catering budget.
• Cater to special dietary requirements and ensure allergy information is communicated and labelled.
• Ensure compliance with catering standards legislation and the school’s policies; keep kitchen and dining areas clean and hygienic.
• Ensure kitchen equipment is used safely and maintained according to schedule; arrange repairs within budget.
• Supervise catering staff, assist in recruitment and induction.
• Safeguard pupils by following safeguarding guidance and school policies.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Teamwork

Culinary skills

Literacy

Numeracy

Multitasking

Organization

Customer service

Regulatory knowledge

Educación

Level 3 Food Safety

GCSE English & Maths

Descripción del empleo

Compass Community is seeking an experienced Catering Manager to lead the school's catering service in Blaxhall. You will plan nutritious menus, manage stock, and ensure compliance with government nutrition guidelines and food safety policies.

You'll oversee staff recruitment and training, maintain high hygiene standards, and safeguard pupil wellbeing while delivering cost-effective, high-quality meals for pupils and staff.