Area Manager

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Area Manager - Education Catering
£36-£43K (40 weeks per year) Central & South London

The Company:

A growing, owner-operated contract catering company with a reputation for delivering fresh, innovative food services to schools is looking for an experienced Area Manager to join their team.

The Role:

The Area Operations Manager will oversee 12-15 schools (primaries and SEN) across central and south London, reporting to the Operations Director. This is a hands-on role focused on:

• Managing school finances (sales, food costs, labour)
• Building strong client, parent team and peer level relationships
• Supporting menu development and added-value initiatives
• Training and developing Chef Managers and teams
• Ensuring high standards of fresh food and service

This role does not involve board reporting, client contract negotiations, or annual budget setting

The ideal candidate will have:

• Multi-site management experience in education catering (primary/SEN)
• A passion for fresh food and quality service
• Strong commercial skills with experience managing tight margins
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities

Package & Benefits

• £36-£43K per annum (salary paid in 12 equal monthly instalments)
• Term-time only: 40 weeks per year, plus two weeks for inductions and admin
• Please note, 52-week option could be available for the right candidate
• Travel expenses paid from home (40p/mile or London public transport expensed)
• Monday-Friday, daytime hours, with occasional parent evenings (approx. 15 per year)
• Supportive and collaborative company culture

How to Apply

Experienced education multi-site candidates who are passionate about food and people development are encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.