Job Title: Catering Manager
Location: Tendring, Essex
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
Line Management: School catering staff
Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a talented, dependable Catering Manager to work in our wonderful client school!
Role Overview:
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Catering Manager to lead our client school's catering function. This role ensures the efficient delivery of high-quality, nutritious meals within budget and in line with food safety standards. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, organisational skills, and a passion for providing excellent service to students and staff.
Key Responsibilities:
Catering Operations:
Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations including meal preparation and presentation
Maintain food safety standards and ensure compliance with health regulations
Manage ordering, delivery checks, and storage of food supplies
Plan and rotate balanced menus that meet nutritional standards
Monitor food quality, portion control, and customer satisfaction
Organise and implement themed events and promotional days
Maintain stock control and supplier relationshipsTeam Management & Communication:
Lead, train, and support catering team members
Conduct staff briefings and address performance or disciplinary matters
Collaborate with school leadership and respond to feedback
Report staff absences and coordinate shift coverageHealth, Safety & Compliance:
Enforce health and safety policies within the kitchen
Ensure cleanliness and hygiene standards are met consistently
Report incidents and manage kitchen equipment securelyAdministration & Financial Duties:
Oversee petty cash and reconcile catering-related expenses
Monitor and manage the catering budget effectively
Support the marketing and promotion of the catering serviceAdditional Expectations:
Participate in performance reviews and training
Support school values, including equality, safety, and safeguarding
Be flexible and open to taking on additional tasks within the scope of the roleWhy Choose Tradewind Recruitment?
As a Sunday Times Top 100 employer, we put our candidates and staff first, ensuring you receive exceptional service and support.
We offer competitive pay rates (typically inclusive of holiday pay, but we can accrue it on request).
Access to more CPD courses than any other education recruitment agency - free of charge!
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