At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Catering Manager in delivering high-quality meals and excellent customer service.
- Company: Welcoming secondary school in Wirral with a focus on nutritious food services.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, term time only, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth in a dynamic educational setting.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and make a difference in students' dining experiences.
- Qualifications: Experience in catering, supervisory skills, and a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate.
The predicted salary is between 15.5 - 18.5 £ per hour.
Location: Wirral
Contract: Term Time Only
Hours: Full Time (Monday-Friday)
Salary: £15.50-£18.50 per hour (dependent on experience)
Start Date: September 2026
Tradewind Recruitment are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Assistant Catering Manager to join the catering team at a welcoming secondary school on the Wirral. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual with catering and supervisory experience who is passionate about delivering high-quality food services within an educational environment.
The successful candidate will support the Catering Manager in the day-to-day operation of the school's catering provision, ensuring excellent food quality, customer service, and compliance with food safety regulations.
Main Purpose of the Role: To support the Catering Manager in the effective management of the school's catering service, ensuring the delivery of nutritious, high-quality meals while maintaining the highest standards of food hygiene, health and safety, and customer service.
Key Requirements:
- Previous experience within a catering, hospitality, or food service environment
- Experience supervising or leading a team
- Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 3 desirable)
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Understanding of food safety and health & safety regulations
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the Catering Manager with the day-to-day running of the kitchen and dining facilities
- Assist with menu planning, food preparation, and service delivery
- Supervise catering staff and allocate duties as required
- Ensure high standards of food quality, presentation, and customer service
- Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering and stock control
- Maintain accurate records relating to food safety and hygiene
- Ensure compliance with all food safety, health and safety, and safeguarding procedures
- Assist with training and supporting catering team members
- Promote a positive dining experience for students, staff, and visitors
What We're Looking For:
- A positive and proactive approach to work
- Strong leadership and team-working skills
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability
- A passion for providing high-quality food and service
- Reliable, professional, and adaptable
- Previous experience in a supervisory catering role is highly desirable
The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check prior to appointment.
Assistant Catering Manager. Job in Wirral Education & Training Jobs in Bebington employer: Tradewind Recruitment
Join a supportive and dynamic team at a secondary school in Wirral, where your passion for high-quality food service will thrive. As an Assistant Catering Manager, you'll benefit from a term-time only contract, allowing for a great work-life balance, while also enjoying opportunities for professional growth and development within the educational sector. With a commitment to excellence in food quality and customer service, this role offers a rewarding environment where you can make a meaningful impact on students' dining experiences.
