At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to create delicious meals for students while ensuring top-notch hygiene and safety.
- Company: Join a supportive school environment in Bexleyheath with a focus on quality catering.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive pay rate and the chance to make a difference in students' lives.
- Other info: Short-term contract with a friendly team and a vibrant atmosphere.
- Why this job: Be a key player in shaping healthy eating habits for the next generation.
- Qualifications: Must have a current enhanced DBS and previous experience as a school chef manager.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Our client, located in Bexleyheath is seeking an experienced Catering Manager for a 6 week contract starting Wednesday 2nd September 2026.
Hours: 8.00 am - 2.00 pm Monday to Friday
Covers: 340 per day
Supported by Assistant Cook and 3X Catering Assistants.
Applications for this role must be in no later than 10th July 2026.
Please only apply if you hold a current enhanced DBS for children & have previous experience as a school chef manager.
Core Purpose: To be responsible for the operational efficiency of the catering service, planning, preparation and presentation of food and beverages to the required standard. To maintain the highest standards of personnel management, hygiene and health and safety.
Responsibilities:
- To be responsible for the preparation and presentation of all food to the required statutory regulations and school standards.
- To ensure that all aspects of health and safety legislation are complied with so far as the catering service is concerned, and requirements to be fulfilled e.g. Natasha's Law.
- To be responsible for completion of Allergen data sheets/ changes to support the menu.
- To ensure that methods of preparation and presentation comply with current recognised catering standards and food safety legislation.
- To order raw materials and supplies.
Temporary School Catering Manager employer: Better Staff Recruitment
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