Term-Time School Catering Manager | Lead & Cook

Humly; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Humly is recruiting an experienced School Catering Manager to take responsibility for the day-to-day running of a busy school kitchen in Blackburn during term time. The role combines hands-on kitchen duties with a leadership remit to ensure high standards of food safety and service.

You will plan menus, supervise the catering team, and monitor stock and hygiene, with a consistent Monday-to-Friday schedule from 07:30 to 14:30 and a flexible pattern around school closures.

Qualifications

• Experience in school catering
• Experience leading a catering team
• Strong understanding of food safety and kitchen hygiene standards
• Organised, reliable and able to manage competing priorities

Responsibilities

• Managing the day-to-day running of a busy school kitchen.
• Overseeing meal preparation and ensuring food is prepared to a high standard.
• Planning menus and supporting the smooth delivery of school meals.
• Leading, managing and supporting the catering team.
• Monitoring stock levels and overseeing stock control.
• Maintaining food safety standards and ensuring the kitchen meets hygiene requirements.
• Ensuring the kitchen operates safely, efficiently and effectively.
• Taking a hands-on approach and supporting the team with kitchen duties when needed.

Job description

Humly is recruiting an experienced School Catering Manager to take responsibility for the day-to-day running of a busy school kitchen in Blackburn during term time. The role combines hands-on kitchen duties with a leadership remit to ensure high standards of food safety and service.

You will plan menus, supervise the catering team, and monitor stock and hygiene, with a consistent Monday-to-Friday schedule from 07:30 to 14:30 and a flexible pattern around school closures.