Job Role: Catering Manager
Location: Gravesend, Kent
Salary: 31,968 per annum (KSF) - higher pay grade may be considered for suitably experienced candidates
Hours: Monday to Thursday 08:00 - 16:00, Friday 08:00 - 15:30
Working Pattern: Permanent, 37 hours per week, 42 weeks per year (term-time plus 3 additional weeks in school holidays)

Platinum Recruitment is delighted to be working with a respected secondary school in Kent, to recruit an experienced Catering Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and innovative professional to lead the school's catering service and create a highly valued, exciting, and nutritious food provision for students and staff.

Why you'll love this role:

Term-time plus 3 weeks - benefit from school holidays off
Permanent, long-term role with excellent job security
Daytime hours - no late nights or weekends
Work in a supportive, professional school environment where your ideas will be encouraged
Chance to shape and improve the catering provision across the school

Your key responsibilities:

Lead and manage the school's catering team to deliver a professional, efficient service
Oversee all food outlets during break, lunch, and social times
Support catering for school events and external lettings
Ensure compliance with hygiene, cleanliness, and health & safety standards at all times
Drive innovation and create appealing, nutritious menus that meet the needs of students and staff

What we're looking for:

Previous experience running a large-scale catering operation and/or a relevant catering qualification
Strong leadership and organisational skills
High personal standards of hygiene and presentation
Excellent knowledge of food hygiene, allergens, and health & safety regulations
A proactive, innovative, and reliable approach to managing a busy school catering service

Ready to apply?

Click Apply Now, and one of our team will be in touch to discuss this exciting Catering Manager role in Gravesend.

Consultant: Katie Harding
Job Number: KH143 | INDCATERERING
Location: Gravesend, Kent
Job Role: Catering Manager

Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.