Term-Time School Kitchen Manager — Lead & Inspire

Green Fold; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Clarendon Primary School is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead and manage the catering team within a busy school environment, delivering high-quality, cost-effective meals for pupils and staff.

You will plan appealing, seasonal menus that meet nutritional guidelines and food safety standards, ensure compliance, train staff, and work closely with the School Business Manager and Head Teacher to run an efficient, welcoming service.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing a catering service.
• Up-to-date knowledge of legislation, food safety requirements and nutritional guidelines for school meals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the catering team in a busy school environment.
• Plan and develop appealing, seasonal menus meeting nutritional guidelines and food safety standards.
• Provide nutritious and enjoyable school meals for pupils and staff.
• Collaborate with the School Business Manager and Head Teacher to deliver an efficient and welcoming catering service.

Skills

People management

Catering management

Food safety

Menu planning

Job description

Clarendon Primary School is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead and manage the catering team within a busy school environment, delivering high-quality, cost-effective meals for pupils and staff.

You will plan appealing, seasonal menus that meet nutritional guidelines and food safety standards, ensure compliance, train staff, and work closely with the School Business Manager and Head Teacher to run an efficient, welcoming service.