Catering Manager

We are looking for a Catering Manager to oversee all aspects of food provision at Neale-Wade Academy, ensuring an efficient, safe and welcoming service for pupils and staff each day. This role combines hands-on leadership with strategic oversight, from planning nutritious menus and driving uptake, to managing budgets, suppliers and a committed catering team. With a strong focus on compliance, food safety and allergen management, the postholder will maintain high standards while continually improving the service. It is an opportunity to shape a catering offer that promotes healthy choices, reflects student needs and contributes positively to the wider school community.,

• Lead and manage the day-to-day catering operation, including food preparation, service delivery and team supervision
• Plan and develop menus that meet nutritional standards and support healthy eating for pupils
• Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, allergen regulations and Trust policies
• Manage budgets, stock control and supplier relationships to deliver value for money
• Monitor service performance, customer satisfaction and uptake, implementing improvements where needed
Why Join Our Trust?
• Belong to a compassionate and inclusive trust that values you and the role you play.
• Join an experienced group of people that are fully dedicated to delivering the best for our children.
• Gain access to our VivUp employee benefit system, Cycle to Work scheme and local government pension.