Are you ready to shape and lead an exceptionalcatering service across a high performing multi academy trust? The GORSEAcademies Trust is seeking an experienced, forward thinking Trust CateringManager to provide strategic leadership and operational excellence across allour academies. For many of our pupils, the meal they receive at school is themost important meal of the day. This is a unique opportunity to take ownershipof a trust wide service where your impact will be seen, felt, and appreciated bythousands of pupils, staff, and visitors every day.
The postholder will have the opportunity to shapeand recruit their own central catering support team, enabling a trust-widemodel that delivers consistency, quality and continuous improvement.
This role is perfect for someone who:
- Is passionate about delivering high quality, nutritious and appealingfood to children and young people.
- Has the leadership presence and confidence to inspire catering teamsacross multiple settings.
- Is commercially aware, financially astute and driven to secureoutstanding value for money.
- Thrives in a varied, fast paced environment where strategic oversightand hands on guidance go hand in hand.
- Wants to play a crucial part in enhancing the daily experience ofpupils, staff and visitors across the trust.
The successful candidate will lead cateringoperations across the trust, developing a cohesive catering strategy and ensuring high‑quality, nutritious and inclusive menus. You’ll maintainconsistent standards across all academies, support and manage cateringmanagers, and oversee budgets, procurement and cost control. You will also ensure full compliance with food safety and health and safety regulations, including HACCP, while building strong relationships with trust and academyleaders, staff, suppliers and external partners. Experience in education or the public sector is desirable but not essential.
What we’re looking for:
We are seeking an individual who can demonstrate:
- Experience managing large‑scale or multi‑sitecatering operations.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop diverse teams.
- Excellent knowledge of food safetylegislation, hygiene standards and allergen management.
- Strong organisational, communication and problem‑solving skills.
- Financial management experience, including budgeting and procurement.
- A commitment to promoting healthy eating and a positive food culture.
- A willingness to travel across multiple sites and engage regularly with kitchen teams.
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Trust Catering Manager in Leeds employer: The Ruth Gorse Academy
The Ruth Gorse Academy is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and inspiring work environment for our Casual Invigilators. With a strong commitment to staff development, we provide opportunities for career growth, alongside benefits such as membership to a local government pension scheme and access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme. Our culture prioritises flexibility and effective communication, ensuring that you can thrive while making a meaningful impact on the students' examination experience.
