Catering Manager

Essex; Great Dunmow; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

A local primary school in Great Dunmow is seeking a part-time Catering Manager to oversee the delivery of catering services and manage food preparation. This role is for 25 hours a week with a pay range between £18,114.68 and £20,008.02, depending on experience. Candidates should have excellent organizational skills and be able to manage production of 250-340 meals per day. Training will be provided for the right individual, making it suitable for motivated assistants seeking advancement.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering management or as a Catering Assistant.
• Skills in cooking healthy balanced meals.
• Ability to manage meal production for 250-340 meals per day.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the catering service effectively.
• Plan, prepare, and present food and beverages.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in the kitchen.
• Collaborate with colleagues and adhere to budget controls.

Skills

Food Safety Level 3

Meal preparation

Staff management

Stock control

Job description

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Job Ref No. ECC5258-111 Position Type: Catering Pay Range: Scale 7 Point 19-24

Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 03/01/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: To be confirmed

Catering Manager - 25 hours per week (9am-2pm)

38 weeks per year

Scale 7 Point 19-24 required asap (can be discussed at interview)
(Actual salary £18,114.68 - £20,008.02)

Are you already a Catering Manager or an experienced Catering Assistant looking for a new role? At Great Dunmow Primary School, the Governors are looking to employ a highly motivated and dedicated Catering Manager with excellent organisational skills and a good rapport with children. Either you will already have undertaken the role of Catering Manager or are experienced enough to take on the role as a promotion. Training for the right candidate will be given. Your role will include delivering the catering service, planning, preparation and presentation of food and beverages to the required standard.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Level 3 Food Safety - not essential as training will be given
• Able to cook delicious healthy balanced meals in accordance with our menus
• Is able to manage producing between 250-340 meals per day
• Experience in leading and motivating staff
• Operate and control stock

You will be expected to:

• Ensure the kitchen is clean and tidy at all times
• Understand budget control
• Keep up to date with changes and developments in the catering industry
• Work in collaboration with other colleagues

We are a two-form entry school with a strong ethos to the community. Visits are welcome and warmly encouraged; please telephone Mrs Mandy Mills, School Business Manager, to book an appointment or for an application pack or apply on line at:- www.essexschoolsjobs.co.uk

This vacancy may close early dependant on the volume of applications received, we therefore encourage you to apply ASAP.

Great Dunmow Primary School is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of our children. Appointments are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.