Catering Manager

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About The Role

30 - 37 hours per week - flexible for the right candidate

Term time + 2 weeks

£24,939 - £28,955 per annum for hours and weeks stated

We are looking for a Catering Manager to be based at Brixham College (secondary school, 1,100 pupils) to manage our in-house catering operation (Thinking Food). The Catering Manager will oversee the preparation of meals to ensure a high standard of food provision is achieved. Pupil voice will be a key success metric and we are looking for a Catering Manager to drive uptake.

The Catering Manager will be responsible for the management and supervision of kitchen staff to deliver on key targets. They will also ensure that the kitchen is fully compliant within parameters of food safety and school food standards.

This is a Monday to Friday role and we are looking for someone with experience in managing similar size operations and have had exposure to managing budgets and are financially astute.

About Us

Thinking Food at Brixham College operates across three serving stations: The Hut, The Shack and The Canteen. The Hut serves a variety of pizza and pasta dishes daily, while The Shack specialises in 'Grab 'n' Go' and 'Light Bites' and The Canteen offers main meals.

Students have a huge range of meals and snacks to choose from, including vegan and vegetarian options. Main meals range from British classics like 'Yorkshire pudding wraps' and 'Proper Cornish sausage rolls', to more exotic options such as 'Katsu Chicken Curry' and 'Halloumi and Red Pepper Burgers'.

What we can offer you:

• Competitive Pay Scales: Our TSAT pay scales exceed national standards.
• Professional Development: Explore excellent CPD opportunities.
• Pension Scheme Membership: Secure your future with membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Fitness and Wellness: Enjoy reduced membership fees for our fully-equipped fitness suite and classes, conveniently located at Brixham College.
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
• Convenient Parking: Park for free in our staff car park.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Promote health and sustainability through our Cycle to Work initiative.
• TSTARS Staff Recognition: Be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit from our Refer a Friend Scheme

Next Steps

If you are interested in working at our Trust, benefitting from a supportive network of colleagues, and are keen to progress your career then please apply today!

Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.

If you would like to arrange an informal conversation to discuss the role in more detail please contact Nick Forward via email - [email protected]

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process, please email [email protected]