Term-Time School Kitchen Manager | Catering & Safety Lead

Furzeham Primary School; Swindon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Furzeham Primary and Nursery School is seeking a Cook Manager to oversee our in-house catering operation (Thinking Food) and dining facilities. The role focuses on preparing meals, leading the catering team, and maintaining top standards of food safety and customer service during term-time.

The successful candidate will ensure kitchen compliance with Health & Safety, Hygiene and Food Safety policies, while supporting external catering services and managing orders within budget.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing catering operations for a similar sized operation.
• Experience ordering food, consumables and cleaning products within budget.
• Knowledge of health and food safety regulations and policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the catering team to maintain high service and safety standards.
• Oversee in-house catering operation (Thinking Food) and dining facilities.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, Hygiene and Food Safety policies.
• Support delivery of external catering services to local schools as part of Thinking Food.

Skills

Catering management

Job description

Furzeham Primary and Nursery School is seeking a Cook Manager to oversee our in-house catering operation (Thinking Food) and dining facilities. The role focuses on preparing meals, leading the catering team, and maintaining top standards of food safety and customer service during term-time.

The successful candidate will ensure kitchen compliance with Health & Safety, Hygiene and Food Safety policies, while supporting external catering services and managing orders within budget.