Catering Manager

c£30,000 per annum DOE

Bourne End

Permanent/Term-Time only

An exciting new Catering Manager role has arisen within our client's business. We are seeking a skilled and proactive individual to take charge of all activities in a large HUB kitchen, which services 23 schools and produces approximately 15,000 meals a week.

Are there any benefits?

Term-Time only Private healthcare

So, what could a normal day consist of?

• Overseeing food preparation and cooking.
• Managing kitchen staff and conducting their induction.
• Initiating recruitment to fill agreed vacancies and conducting interviews.
• Ensuring the unit operates within financial guidelines and taking immediate remedial action if failing.
• Controlling hygiene, health & safety, and security in the kitchen.
• Ordering and controlling food stock.
• Assisting in menu planning and costing.
• Checking deliveries of catering and cleaning materials.
• Rostering staff to cover functions.
• Conducting inspections in the kitchen to ensure equipment and area safety and cleanliness.
• Performing routine administration duties and reconciliation of cash if applicable.
• Overseeing emergencies like flooding and spills.
• Managing the fleet of vehicles, ensuring MOT and servicing are up to date.

Transferable skills:

• Business management
• Healthcare
• Advertising
• Catering
• Social care

I like it, tell me more!

As the Catering Manager, you will be responsible for food preparation, ordering, stock control, hygiene, health & safety, and staff management. The Catering Manager will also be involved in menu planning, costing, and maintaining a professional relationship with clients and suppliers.

What do you want from me?

To be considered for this Catering Manager role, you will need the following experience:

• Basic Hygiene Certificate
• Supervisory Skills
• Able to deal with children in an appropriate manner
• Knowledge of Health and Safety
• Manual Handling

YES, I'm definitely interested. Tell me what I need to do next!

If you are interested in applying for this Catering Manager, please click "Apply Now" or contact one of the Simpson Dean Team on 01494 419 192