Term-Time School Catering Manager

TSAT; Brixham; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Thinking Food at Furzeham Primary and Nursery School is seeking a Cook Manager to oversee in-house catering operations, including meal preparation, dining hall management, and the purchasing of food and equipment. The role focuses on health, safety, and delivering quality service to students during term time.

You will lead the catering team, drive high standards of food safety and customer service, and support external catering services to local schools as Thinking Food expands.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation of meals and the dining hall/catering facilities, food services and the purchasing of food/catering equipment.
• Lead and support the catering team while maintaining high standards of food safety, customer service and operational performance.
• Ensure kitchen compliance with Health & Safety, Hygiene, Food Safety and school policies.
• Support delivery of external catering services to local schools as part of Thinking Food.

Job description

Thinking Food at Furzeham Primary and Nursery School is seeking a Cook Manager to oversee in-house catering operations, including meal preparation, dining hall management, and the purchasing of food and equipment. The role focuses on health, safety, and delivering quality service to students during term time.

You will lead the catering team, drive high standards of food safety and customer service, and support external catering services to local schools as Thinking Food expands.