School Kitchen Manager

Meridian Business Support; Oldham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a School Kitchen Manager in Oldham to lead a busy kitchen, ensuring the preparation of nutritious meals for pupils. The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role, strong leadership skills, and the ability to manage a small team when necessary. This temporary role requires a focus on food safety and dietary compliance.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role (e.g. school kitchen, catering manager, head cook).
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to undergo one).

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily running of the school kitchen and dining service.
• Plan and prepare balanced, healthy menus.
• Manage and motivate kitchen staff to maintain high standards.
• Monitor stock levels and manage budgets effectively.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Independence

Job description

School Kitchen Manager

📍 Location: Oldham
⏰ Hours: Monday - Friday 6:45am - 2pm
📄 Contract: Temporary ongoing

Are you an experienced and passionate catering professional looking to make a difference in a school environment? We're seeking a School Kitchen Manager to lead a busy and friendly kitchen, ensuring nutritious, high-quality meals are prepared and served to pupils every day.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily running of the school kitchen and dining service
• Plan and prepare balanced, healthy menus in line with dietary requirements and school guidelines
• Manage and motivate kitchen staff to maintain high standards of food quality, safety, and hygiene
• Monitor stock levels, place orders, and manage budgets effectively
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, allergen, and health & safety regulations

Requirements

• ✅Previous experience in a similar role (e.g. school kitchen, catering manager, head cook)
• ✅Strong leadership and organisational skills
• ✅Ability to work independently and manage a small team
• ✅Enhanced DBS (or willingness to undergo one)

📩 Interested? Apply now

Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Business for this vacancy.