Jobs, fresher vacancy - Catering Manager • Robertsbridge

Company: EduTalent Group

Robertsbridge

EduTalent Group are hiring for a Catering ManagerJob DescriptionWe are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Catering Manager to lead the catering provision within a nurturing, small-scale educational environment. This role offers flexibility to be either temporary-to-permanent or a direct permanent appointment, depending on the successful candidate’s preference.In this role, you will:Oversee the full catering operation, ensuring nutritious, appealing, and high-quality meals.Plan menus that meet dietary needs, nutritional guidance, and budget requirements.Prepare, cook, and serve meals efficiently while maintaining excellent presentation.Lead and support a small catering team, fostering a friendly and collaborative working environment.Ensure full compliance with food hygiene, health & safety, and COSHH regulations.Maintain a clean, hygienic, and well-organised kitchen and dining environment.Manage stock control, ordering, portion management, and waste monitoring.Contribute to wider healthy start and wellbeing initiatives within the school.Respond flexibly to urgent or last-minute service requirements.RequirementsRequirementsExperience working in a catering role within an educational, residential, or similar setting.Strong background in menu planning with consideration for nutrition and budgeting.Experience supervising or managing a catering team.Excellent understanding of food hygiene, health & safety, and regulatory compliance.Ability to maintain high kitchen standards and work efficiently in a busy environment.A positive, proactive approach with a commitment to promoting healthy food choices for children.BenefitsBenefitsFlexibility for the role to be temp-to-perm or permanent.Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the daily experience and wellbeing of children.Supportive and welcoming working environment.A role that encourages creativity in menu planning and health-focused food initiatives.Chance to lead a friendly, dedicated team within a well-resourced school setting.Stable working hours and a rewarding position within the education sector.