School Catering Manager - Longridge

Location: Longridge
Pay Rate: £18-£19 per hour
Hours: 36 hours per week
Start Date: ASAP
Requirement: Enhanced DBS check required

We are currently seeking an experienced and enthusiastic School Catering Manager to join a school catering team in Longridge, with an immediate start available.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual with strong catering management skills who is passionate about delivering high-quality meals and maintaining excellent standards of food safety and hygiene within a school environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Overseeing the day-to-day running of the school kitchen and catering service.

• Managing, motivating and supporting catering staff.

• Planning menus and ensuring meals meet nutritional standards and dietary requirements.

• Maintaining high standards of food hygiene, health and safety.

• Managing stock control, ordering supplies and minimising food waste.

• Ensuring all food preparation and service areas are clean, safe and well organised.

• Providing a friendly, efficient catering service for pupils and school staff.

Requirements

• Previous experience in catering management or a supervisory role.

• A good understanding of food hygiene and health and safety regulations.

• Strong organisational, communication and leadership skills.

• A positive attitude and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

• An enhanced DBS check is required for this position, subject to the necessary clearance.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy.

• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained.
• You must have legal right to work in the UK.
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.