Catering Manager: Lead Nutritious Menus & Kitchen Team

Exemplar Health Care; Burnley; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the UK is seeking a Catering Manager to lead the new catering team at Wytham Lodge. Responsibilities include managing kitchen operations, developing menus that cater to diverse dietary needs, and ensuring food hygiene compliance. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, a flair for nutritious meal preparation, and experience in team leadership. This role offers opportunities for career development and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Excellent supervision and peer support

Learning opportunities and career prospects

Access to wages before payday

Retail and lifestyle reward discounts

Free DBS check

24/7 counselling and support

Blue Light Card eligibility

Qualifications

• Cook with a flair for creating delicious and nutritious meals.
• Excellent communication skills required.
• Previous experience leading a catering or kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
• Prepare, cook, and serve food.
• Develop suitable menus based on people's preferences.
• Ensure food hygiene standards compliance.
• Lead the Catering Team and provide necessary training.

Skills

Creative in menu development and food preparation

Team player

Experience managing a catering budget

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Adaptability and flexibility

Flair for cooking nutritious meals

Leadership experience in catering

Education

Level 3 Food Hygiene qualification

Job description

A leading care provider in the UK is seeking a Catering Manager to lead the new catering team at Wytham Lodge. Responsibilities include managing kitchen operations, developing menus that cater to diverse dietary needs, and ensuring food hygiene compliance. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, a flair for nutritious meal preparation, and experience in team leadership. This role offers opportunities for career development and a supportive work environment.