We are looking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Chef/Catering Manager who shares our commitment to making a positive impact on our students' lives through nutritious and delicious meals.
In this role, you will lead our catering team in the creation and delivery of high-quality, healthy, and appealing meals that meet the dietary needs of our students and staff. Your culinary expertise and managerial skills will ensure the efficient and smooth operation of our kitchen, while your enthusiasm and creativity will foster a culture of appreciation for good food and healthy eating within our academy community.
Minsthorpe Community College is a place where everyone plays a part in strengthening our learning community through Motivation, Commitment and Care. Our most recent Ofsted report (2023) described us as a “Good college” who “invests in staff’s development. This means that staff feel valued and are proud to work at the school ... Leader's support staff well and consider their workload and well-being.“
The successful candidate will:
·Be enthusiastic and committed to providing a high standard of food concept and delivery.
·Have catering experience, with strong operational and organisational skills.
·Have proven experience of managing a team.
·Have great customer service skills and be comfortable in a customer facing environment.
·Have an excellent understanding of ingredients, allergen legislation, and safe food preparation.
·Be a team player who will uphold our College values of Motivation, Commitment and Care.
We provide:
·A well-resourced, forward thinking, and supportive College team.
·Free gym membership.
·Free on-site parking.
·Cycle to Work Scheme.
·Access to Local Government Pension Scheme.
·Excellent care and support for all staff including Employee Assistance Programme.
·Comprehensive induction and on-going opportunities for Professional Development.
The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of our Person Specification and be subject to an enhanced DBS check. A prohibition from teaching check and an online search will also be completed for all applicants.
Minsthorpe Community College is committed to equality of opportunity and upholding the principles of the Equality Act 2010. We positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. Only applications submitted with a completed Minsthorpe Academy Trust Application Form will be considered.
Full-time permanent employees are provided with free membership of our state-of-the-art Sports & Fitness Centre, as well as the facility of an on-site Children’s Centre.
Further particulars for this post can be obtained by visiting our Web Site at
If you would like to arrange a visit to the college, we would be more than happy to show you around so you can get a feel for who we are. Email enquiries@minsthorpe.cc and we will arrange a convenient time for you to come and visit Minsthorpe Community College.
Please send completed application forms to Cath Green, Director of HR & Associate Teams: - cgreen@minsthorpe.cc by midday – Monday 24th February 2025