School Catering Operations Manager

3 weeks ago


Penryn, Cornwall, United Kingdom Aspens Services Full time

About Us:

Aspens Services Ltd is a leading contract catering company specialising in school food. We combine our understanding of the education sector with our knowledge of food trends to encourage creativity and excitement in our kitchens. Our teams provide fantastic food experiences for children, and we're committed to delivering the highest quality of food and service.

We're looking for an experienced School Catering Operations Manager to join our team. As the successful candidate, you'll have full operational and financial responsibility for your schools catering facility. Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Leading and developing the kitchen team
  • Managing stock, food, and labour costs
  • Ensuring consistency of food and service standards
  • Driving sales through promotions and events
  • Managing and improving controllable costs
  • Overseeing menu development
  • Maintaining company systems and procedures
  • Carrying out regular audits

About You:

We're looking for someone who shares our passion for delivering exceptional food and service to our schools. You'll need:

  • OND or HND qualified (advantageous)
  • Craft based experience using fresh ingredients
  • Knowledge of health and safety practices
  • Financial understanding of gross profit management and sales targets
  • Line management experience
  • Experience within a similar environment

Why Work with Us:

We offer:

  • Fantastic hours: Monday to Friday during school term time
  • No late nights
  • £14.30 per hour

You'll also benefit from:

  • Working for a fast-growing, ambitious company
  • A dedicated L&D team to support your development

Please note, we expect all staff to 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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