School Kitchen Unit Manager — Lead Catering for Pupils (Term Time)

Darlington Borough Council; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Northwood Primary School is seeking a Unit Manager (Kitchen) to lead the school catering team. The role is 30 hours per week during term time, with shifts from 7:15 am to 1:15 pm, and the post carries Band 6 SCP 9-12 with an actual salary of £20,139–£21,132.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing daily food service, staff supervision and ensuring high standards of food safety and child welfare, with DBS clearance and pre-employment checks performed prior to appointment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a catering/kitchen team.
• DBS clearance required and pre-employment checks.
• Term-time only, 30 hours per week, early morning shift.

Responsibilities

• Lead the catering team at Northwood Primary School.
• Ensure smooth operation of kitchen during school hours.
• Contribute to safeguarding and welfare of children in line with DBS checks.

Job description

Northwood Primary School is seeking a Unit Manager (Kitchen) to lead the school catering team. The role is 30 hours per week during term time, with shifts from 7:15 am to 1:15 pm, and the post carries Band 6 SCP 9-12 with an actual salary of £20,139–£21,132.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing daily food service, staff supervision and ensuring high standards of food safety and child welfare, with DBS clearance and pre-employment checks performed prior to appointment.