Term-Time School Catering Manager — Lead Service & Compliance

KING EDWARD VI SCHOOL; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

King Edward VI School is seeking an experienced Catering Manager to lead a team across three lunch service areas. The role reports to the Business Manager and requires the ability to inspire, supervise and develop Catering Assistants, with IT and administration skills essential for day-to-day operations.

The ideal candidate will be creative, proactive and capable of ensuring a safe, efficient and financially sustainable service, compliant with statutory standards and school events requirements.

Qualifications

• Provide an effective, efficient and financially sustainable catering service.
• Skilled cooking and food preparation.
• Operate a system of stock control.
• Commitment to Health & Safety and Hygiene regulations.
• Experience with HACCP.

Responsibilities

• Provide an effective, efficient and financially sustainable catering service.
• Lead and supervise catering staff to ensure smooth operations.
• Order and manage all food and commodities from designated suppliers.
• Maintain records for monitoring, training, cleaning and supplier details to demonstrate compliance.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, Hygiene and allergen regulations.
• Oversee delivery of a high-quality service that meets school standards.
• Coordinate catering for school events outside the canteen service.
• Manage the Cashless Catering System across canteens and generate reports.
• Review staff training needs and arrange appropriate external training.
• Understand government nutrition standards for schools.

Skills

Stock control

Health & Safety

Leadership and supervision

IT and administration

Job description

King Edward VI School is seeking an experienced Catering Manager to lead a team across three lunch service areas. The role reports to the Business Manager and requires the ability to inspire, supervise and develop Catering Assistants, with IT and administration skills essential for day-to-day operations.

The ideal candidate will be creative, proactive and capable of ensuring a safe, efficient and financially sustainable service, compliant with statutory standards and school events requirements.