Catering Manager - Ref: EX03524

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Croft Academy
Croft Street, Walsall, WS2 8FE

Catering Manager
27.50 hours per week
Term time only (38 weeks of the year)
Grade 5, points 9 - 17 - £16,412 - £18,681

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.

About us

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

If this post attracts sufficient interest before the closing date, we may decide to close and interview for this vacancy at an earlier date, so an early application is advised.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. It is an offence if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity to apply for this role.

The Trust welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age, or sexual orientation.

All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.

Croft Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and expects all employees to share this commitment. All applicants should read the child protection policy, which is available on our website, www.croftacademy.org , 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 candidate.

If you are interested in this fantastic opportunity please contact Gavin Cook via email gavincook@elliotfoundation.co.uk for an application form and/or for more details on the role itself.

Closing Date is Monday 24th February 2025 (Application form and A4 letter explaining suitability for the role and why you should be considered).

Interviews for the successful candidates will be held at Croft Academy, Croft Street, Walsall, WS2 8FE on w/c 3rd March 2025.