School Kitchen Manager & Lunch Service Lead

Kingsforestschool; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Emersons Green Primary School is seeking a Kitchen Unit Manager to support the kitchen team during term time. The role covers 8:30am to 14:30pm, Monday to Friday, with 30 hours per week, ensuring a smooth lunch service for pupils.

The candidate will promote healthy eating, maintain a calm, patient approach, and communicate well with children and staff to uphold high standards of service in a school environment.

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a school kitchen environment.
• Ability to support the kitchen manager in running an effective lunch service.
• Willingness to promote healthy eating and participate in daily lunch operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in running a smooth lunch service and manage kitchen duties during term time.
• Promote healthy eating habits and menu variety for pupils.
• Communicate effectively with children, staff and lead professionals to ensure safety and quality.

Skills

School kitchen experience

Communicates with children

Team player

Healthy eating promotion

Flexible

Calm demeanor

Patience

Job description

Emersons Green Primary School is seeking a Kitchen Unit Manager to support the kitchen team during term time. The role covers 8:30am to 14:30pm, Monday to Friday, with 30 hours per week, ensuring a smooth lunch service for pupils.

The candidate will promote healthy eating, maintain a calm, patient approach, and communicate well with children and staff to uphold high standards of service in a school environment.