About the role:
Leada Catering Service That Makes a Difference Every Day
Areyou passionate about food, leadership, and creating a positive experience foryoung people?
Weare seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Catering Manager to lead our busyschool catering provision. This is an exciting and operational opportunity toshape and develop a service that sits at the heart of our school community,providing nutritious, high-quality meals that support the wellbeing and successof our students.
AsCatering Manager, you will lead a dedicated team, oversee menu planning andfood provision, manage budgets and suppliers, and ensure the highest standardsof food safety and customer service. You will play a key role in promotinghealthy eating whilst creating an enjoyable dining experience for students andstaff.
Whetheryou already work in an educational setting or are an experienced cateringprofessional looking for your next challenge, we would love to hear fromyou.
WhyJoin Notley High School & Braintree Sixth Form?
AtNotley High School, we are proud of the culture we have created for bothstudents and staff. In our May 2026 Ofsted inspection recognised the strengthsof our school community, describing:
- "Leadersand staff at all levels are determined that every child thrives."
- "Leaderslisten to the views of staff and pupils."
- "Staffare highly positive about working here."
- Staffbenefit from a"range of high-quality professional developmentopportunities."
Weare part of Bridge Academy Trust, a family of schools committed to ensuringevery child flourishes through high-quality education, exceptional care andambition for all.
TheRole:
Asour Catering Manager, you will:
- Leadand inspire the catering team
- Planand deliver nutritious, appealing menus
- Managefood purchasing, stock control and budgets
- Ensurecompliance with food safety, hygiene and allergen regulations
- Supporthealthy eating initiatives across the school
- Createa welcoming dining experience for students and staff
- Drivecontinuous improvement and innovation within the catering provision
WeAre Looking for Someone Who:
- Hasexperience in catering management or a similar leadership role
- Holdsa Level 3 Food Safety qualification (or equivalent)
- Hasstrong organisational and budget management skills
- Understandsfood hygiene, allergens and catering compliance
- Enjoysworking with young people and within a school community
- Canmotivate and develop a team to deliver excellent service
- Sharesour commitment to safeguarding and the welfare of children
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Contact Details:
Notley High School and Braintree Sixth Form Recruitment Team
