Catering Manager in Brentwood

Catering Manager in Brentwood

Brentwood Full-Time On-site
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Job Ref No. ECC5218-121 Position Type: Catering Pay Range: Scale 4-5

Position Start Date: 16/11/2026 Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 01/11/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: 4/11/26

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work at our friendly and popular school: We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Catering Manager to manage our catering team which offers approximately 150 healthy cooked meals to pupils and staff daily. We are seeking to appoint someone who is passionate about healthy food and will ensure that the school catering is managed effectively with relation to staffing, budget, stock, service and delivery.

We are looking for someone who:

  • Has a proven track record of working in a busy kitchen environment and is committed to cooking quality healthy & delicious meals
  • Is friendly, positive and flexible, promoting a positive lunchtime experience for all pupils
  • Is able to manage budgets
  • Is has strong oral and written communication skills, and can enthuse and inspire others
  • Has a strong commitment to managing people and working as part of a team
  • Has knowledge of allergen and dietary requirments
  • Isorganised and efficient, able to work to deadlines
  • Is flexible and able to work on their own initiative

We can offer you:

  • - a friendly and positive working environment
  • - appropriate training if needed and continuous professional development
  • - supportive team of staff and trustees
  • - happy & well-behaved pupils
  • - a workplace with a strong Christian ethos
  • - all staff are also given access to our employee wellbeing support & medical programme, which includes a 24 hour a day access to a GP helpline, a counselling service, physiotherapy and much more.

Essex Pay Scale April 2024: Band 4, point 7 £27,274: Actual annual salary including fringe £15,835

Jeanette Manookian
Claughton Way
Hutton, Brentwood
Essex, CM13 1JW Telephone: 01277 213945
Email: finance@huttonallsaints.essex.sch.uk

Information about the School

HUTTON ALL SAINTS’ C. of E. PRIMARY SCHOOL

Hutton All Saints’ is a Church of England Primary School serving the Parish of Hutton and surrounding district. It was originally founded in 1840 on a site in Hutton Village. The school transferred in the 1950’s to a new building on its present site.

It has strong links with St. Peter’s and All Saints’ churches and through them to their local community. The school governors, staff, children and the church take this link very seriously and are proud of their joint contribution to local education.

In 2011 the school became an Academy.

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.

Interview date: 4th November 2026

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Catering Manager in Brentwood employer: Shorefields

Shorefields in Chelmsford is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for both staff and students. With a focus on professional development, we offer numerous growth opportunities and a collaborative work culture that values innovation and compassion in caring for children with complex needs. Our new purpose-built school provides a unique setting where you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people while enjoying the benefits of working in a vibrant community.

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Contact Details:

Shorefields Recruitment Team