School Kitchen Manager: Menu, Staff & Budget Lead

Northumberland Church of England Academy; Ashington; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental health support

Nest childcare provision

CPD opportunities

Gym membership discounts

Blue Light Card

Job summary

Thomas Bewick C of E Primary School in Ashington invites applications for a Unit Catering Manager to lead day-to-day kitchen activities, help co-ordinate meal service and ensure quality for pupils and staff. You will assist with menu planning, food preparation and cooking, manage stock, budget adherence and supervise kitchen staff, including appraisals, while maintaining high standards and safety.

This permanent role offers term-time hours plus five days, with a pro-rata salary in Band 4 and

Qualifications

• Experience in school catering or similar settings is preferred.
• Ability to adapt menus for dietary requirements.
• Experience in supervising catering staff and managing budgets.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate day-to-day kitchen activities and meal service.
• Assist with menu planning, food preparation and cooking.
• Manage stock control and budget adherence.
• Supervise kitchen staff, including appraisals and safety.

Skills

Menu planning

Stock control

Budgeting

Leadership

Catering operations

Job description

Thomas Bewick C of E Primary School in Ashington invites applications for a Unit Catering Manager to lead day-to-day kitchen activities, help co-ordinate meal service and ensure quality for pupils and staff. You will assist with menu planning, food preparation and cooking, manage stock, budget adherence and supervise kitchen staff, including appraisals, while maintaining high standards and safety.

This permanent role offers term-time hours plus five days, with a pro-rata salary in Band 4 and