Catering Manager

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Catering Manager to join our fantastic team at MEA Central.

This is a Grade 5, permanent post working 35 hours per week, term time only plus 5 INSET days. The starting salary is £24,223 and the full time equivalent is £24,404.

We are seeking a Catering Manager to be responsible for the safe, effective and efficient operation of all aspects of the catering service in a high school setting, including management of the team, cash reconciliation and the completion of all financial returns.

You will report to the Head of Catering and manage catering staff within the school. You will work closely with school leadership colleagues and catering colleagues across the Trust as well as external contractors.

Main purpose of the job:

The ideal candidate will be able to deliver an outstanding catering service to our schools, supporting the Trust in its teaching and wider operations by ensuring students and staff are provided with excellent customer service and high quality, nutritious meals to support a healthy learning environment.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Manage a quality, cost effective catering service in accordance with service level agreements (SLAs) or contracts and legislative requirements
• Adhere to pre-planned menus to ensure compliance with legislative client requirements and customer needs
• Carry out efficient financial administration, following Prospere Trust financial regulations
• Manage a team and be responsible for human resources including training and development, managing attendance and completing payroll returns
• Provide a customer focused service, which is courteous and responsive and meets the school’s needs at all times
• Manage the team in promoting equal opportunities in the workplace and delivering services, which are accessible and appropriate to the diverse needs of service users
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, food hygiene and COSSH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) regulations at all times

To find out more about the full responsibilities of the role and/or to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the attached job description.

All school staff are expected to share the Trust’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description.