School Food Services Manager

3 days ago


Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, United Kingdom Aspens Services Full time
About Aspens Services Ltd

We are a market-leading contract catering company specializing in school food. Our goal is to deliver high-quality food experiences for students while ensuring excellent care and services for clients and children. With rapid growth, we are seeking an experienced School Food Services Manager to join our team.

The role involves overseeing all aspects of our school catering operations, including food quality, service standards, and financial management. Key responsibilities will include:
  • Leading and developing your kitchen team
  • Managing stock, food, and labor costs
  • Ensuring consistency of food and service standards
  • Driving sales through promotions and events
  • Managing controllable costs
  • Overseeing menu development
The successful candidate will maintain company systems and procedures, adhere to legislation, and conduct regular audits to ensure high standards are met.

About You

We seek someone who shares our passion for delivering exceptional food and service to schools. The ideal candidate will have:
  • OND or HND qualification (advantageous but not required)
  • Craft-based experience using fresh ingredients
  • Knowledge of health and safety practices
  • Financial understanding of gross profit management and achieving sales targets
  • Line management experience
  • Experience in a similar environment

Fantastic Career Opportunities

This role offers 35 hours per week, working 38 weeks a year based around term time. The hourly salary is £14, providing a great work-life balance. You'll also benefit from working for a fast-growing, ambitious company with opportunities for career development. Our dedicated Learning and Development team supports employees in developing their skills through apprenticeships and training courses.

Please note that all staff must share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be sought by the company.

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