What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for a competent and efficient Catering Manager to join our School kitchen team. You will have the responsibility for the running and management of the school’s Kitchen including the preparation, cooking and service of food ensuring that efficient and economic use is made of all resources and the highest standards of hygiene and food safety are maintained.stocktaking, stock ordering, to plan, operate and control the production and service of food related duties. To devise set programmes of work for catering staff and to supervise the work of catering staff on a daily basis.,
There are two members of the Kitchen Team, you will be expected to work 5 days a week, Monday to Friday, during school term time only. The hours will be covering the School kitchen 08.30 - 14.00. Training is provided.
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and organised individual wishing to join an effective and supportive team, in a role where no two days are the same.
You must hold at least 2 years experience working and cooking in a kitchen and you must hold at least a level 2 food safety certificate, ideally we are looking for someone who holds a Level 3 in food safety. Although the school will invest in the relevant training to achieve a level 3 certification.
What the school offers its staff
We are proud to be a GOOD school, making substantial improvements in all areas, and we are investing heavily in our staffing structure to continue this momentum. We are a supportive team, committed to ensuring that our learners fulfil their potential, despite any barriers they may face, and we are looking for equally passionate practitioners to join us.
Led by our Principal, Samantha Crisp, we are a very vibrant, supportive and hardworking team, committed to promoting high achievement in education whilst ensuring that standards of behaviour and uniform are impeccable. Pupils are supported not only to achieve highly but also to ensure they are prepared for their future through a variety of enrichment opportunities.
In return
Being part of The Elliot Foundation Academies Trust (TEFAT), you can be assured that you will be joining a successful, large Multi-Academy Trust that has a great track record in helping children to succeed, no matter what their background. The Trust is dedicated to valuing and developing the workforce, whether that be through ensuring a fair workload or offering access to bespoke CPD to enhance professional growth.
We believe in looking after the people who make a huge difference to our children, their families and the communities we serve. It’s part of our commitment to look after you.
Here’s what you can look forward to:
• Hundreds of global and local perks, available online 24/7
• Cycle sacrifice scheme
• A tech salary sacrifice scheme
• Private healthcare at a discounted rate
• Shopping discounts from the biggest brands, all year round
• Saving money on everything from the supermarket shop to summer holidays
• A free Employee Assistance Programme from Life & Progress
• Local Government Pension Scheme
Further details about the role
We employ a catering consultaant Company called CMC, who assist with training, auditing, menu's and general advice about the most effiecient and effective way to run a food service in education.
The school caters for approximately 160 pupils 190 days of the year.
Commitment to safeguarding
Croft Academy are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and expect all employees to share this commitment. All applications should read the child protection policy, which is available on our website, and are required to declare any information as requested on the application form. Enhanced disclosure with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) in the UK and a local police certificate will be requested for the successful candidates.