Catering Manager

Overview

George Salter Academy are seeking to appoint a creative and highly organised Catering Manager with excellent culinary skills to lead our busy school kitchen and deliver a high-quality, healthy, and enjoyable food service to our students and staff. The role is 35 hours per week, term time plus 2 additional weeks.

• Manage the day-to-day running of the school kitchen and dining service.
• Plan and prepare healthy, balanced menus that meet school food standards.
• Lead, motivate, and supervise the catering team to ensure a positive working environment.
• Maintain excellent food hygiene, health and safety, and allergen management practices.
• Manage stock control, ordering, and budgeting in line with school requirements.
• Ensure meals are delivered efficiently during busy service periods.
• Liaise with school leadership to support whole-school events and functions.

• Proven experience in catering management or a similar supervisory role.
• A relevant food hygiene and catering qualification (e.g., Level 3 Food Hygiene).
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• The ability to lead a team and work well under pressure.
• A commitment to promoting healthy eating and providing excellent service.

George Salter Academy is a friendly, happy and vibrant 11-18 academy, serving a multi-cultural community. We are a vibrant and inclusive secondary school and sixth form in Sandwell, West Midlands. We are driven by our core values of Ambition, Belief, and Courage, and are committed to ensuring that every student has the opportunity to excel, regardless of their background.

• A supportive school community.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A positive working environment within a modern, well-equipped kitchen.