Catering Manager

School Catering Manager Independent School, Ealing

Are you a dynamic catering professional looking for a new challenge in an educational setting? We have a fantastic opportunity for a School Catering Manager at a prestigious independent day school in Ealing, serving 1000 students. With a recently revamped menu and an exciting, diverse offering for breakfast, break, and lunch, this role offers the chance to lead a vibrant catering operation.

What's on offer:

• Salary: Up to £46,091 FTE (£36,000 actual), including 5.6 weeks paid holiday.
• Commitment: 35 weeks per year.
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week.
• Operations: Lead and manage the school's catering operation including a main dining room serving breakfast and lunch, a sixth form café, events space and retail operation.

Responsibilities include:

• Overseeing the catering services, ensuring high-quality meals and beverages are served.
• Managing a team of supervisors, chefs, catering assistants, and events staff.
• Developing innovative menus, including adventurous and traditional options for breakfast, snacks, and lunch.
• Ensuring compliance with food hygiene and safety regulations.
• Handling budgets, stock control, and purchasing.
• Collaborating with school staff and managing catering for special events.

What we're looking for:

• Proven experience running large in-house catering functions (around 1,000 covers per day).
• Strong people management and leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and empower a diverse team.
• Experience in menu creation and catering for events.
• Budget management and supplier negotiation experience.
• A customer-focused attitude and a passion for exceeding expectations.

Why apply? You'll have the chance to lead a well-established team, work in a rewarding environment, and make a real impact on students' school experience. With a refreshed and exciting menu offering, you'll bring creativity and innovation to the table while maintaining the high standards the school expects.