Unit Catering Manager

Northumberland Church of England Academy; Ashington; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental health support

Nest childcare provision

CPD opportunities

Gym membership discounts

Blue Light Card

Job summary

Thomas Bewick C of E Primary School in Ashington invites applications for a Unit Catering Manager to lead day-to-day kitchen activities, help co-ordinate meal service and ensure quality for pupils and staff. You will assist with menu planning, food preparation and cooking, manage stock, budget adherence and supervise kitchen staff, including appraisals, while maintaining high standards and safety.

This permanent role offers term-time hours plus five days, with a pro-rata salary in Band 4 and

Qualifications

• Experience in school catering or similar settings is preferred.
• Ability to adapt menus for dietary requirements.
• Experience in supervising catering staff and managing budgets.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate day-to-day kitchen activities and meal service.
• Assist with menu planning, food preparation and cooking.
• Manage stock control and budget adherence.
• Supervise kitchen staff, including appraisals and safety.

Skills

Menu planning

Stock control

Budgeting

Leadership

Catering operations

Job description

# Unit Catering ManagerEmployer: Thomas Bewick C of E Primary SchoolLocation: Ashington, NorthumberlandContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeSalary: Band 4 £27,274 - £29,071 pro rataPosted: 14th September 2026Expires: 28th September 2026 09:00 AMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1573237* Share :* Print**Hours:** 30 hours per week, term time plus 5 additional days **Salary:** Band 4 £27,274 - £29,071 pro rata (actual £19,081 - £20,338 per annum) **Contract:** PermanentThomas Bewick Primary School currently have an exciting opportunity for Unit Catering Manager to join the team, helping to co-ordinate day-to-day activities within the kitchen and ensuring quality services are provided to students and staff.The ideal candidate will be responsible in assisting with school menu planning, food preparation and cooking. They will work within a wider team to ensure catering services are carried out efficiently on a daily basis, including stock control and ensuring duties are carried out within a set budget.Main roles and responsibilities include -* Managing and contributing to the cooking of meals and adapting menus to accommodate dietary requirements as necessary.* Ensuring that kitchen resources are used effectively and efficiently at all times.* Managing kitchen staff, including carrying out appraisals* Managing stock control, stocktaking and standards monitoring tasks* Responsible for the security of the kitchen**Why join us?**As well as a rewarding career within an established Multi Academy Trust, we offer the following employee benefits -* An excellent pension scheme with a generous employer contribution from the Trust.* 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme, providing confidential wellbeing and support services.* Comprehensive mental health and wellbeing support for all staff through Dittolo.* Access to The Nest, our childcare provision in Ashington and Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, offering both paid and free 30-hour places for eligible families.* CPD opportunities with support from across the Trust.* Gym membership discounts, with reduced rates at Sculpt Ashington and Places Leisure.* Eligibility for a Blue Light Card, giving Trust staff exclusive discounts at major retailers including Apple, JD Sports and TUI.If you are an experienced catering professional and would like to join our school community, we would love to hear from you!### AttachmentsPrimary Unit Catering Manager JD PS### Safeguarding Statement:Thomas Bewick C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. We have a shared commitment to develop a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated. We welcome all applications, including those from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.