Catering Manager

How would you like to get paid for five days, but only work four? At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first. That’s why we’re proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours) while still receiving your full-time pay. Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW, and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. Whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #teamOFG. Job Title: Catering Manager Location: Mountfield Heath School, Robertsbridge, TN32 5FA Salary: £19,000 - £21,000 per annum (not pro rata) Hours: 30 hours per week | Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only Start: December 2025 UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. Mountfield Heath School is a small, nurturing school with 44 pupils. We pride ourselves on our inclusive ethos and commitment to providing a healthy start for every child. We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Catering Manager to join our outstanding team. About the Role Lead the school’s catering provision, preparing nutritious and appealing meals. Champion healthy eating and support pupils to make positive food choices. Manage a small, friendly team and ensure compliance with food safety standards. Play a key role in our successful healthy start and wellbeing initiatives. Additionally, you’ll oversee the daily operation of the kitchen, ensuring a clean, hygienic, and well‑presented environment. You will manage stock, monitor portion control and waste, and maintain high standards of health, safety, and hygiene across the kitchen and dining areas. Responsibilities Plan menus with reference to dietary needs, nutrition, and budgetary requirements. Prepare, cook, and serve meals efficiently, maintaining high quality and presentation. Supervise and support kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and positive environment. Maintain kitchen and dining areas, including setup, cleaning, and compliance with COSHH regulations. Monitor stock, place orders, and manage relationships with suppliers. Respond flexibly to urgent or last‑minute service requirements. Qualifications & Experience Experience in catering within a residential, educational, or similar setting. Menu planning experience with attention to nutrition and budgetary control. Management experience in a catering environment. Strong knowledge of health, safety, and food hygiene regulations. Benefits Life Assurance. Pension scheme with options to increase contributions. “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to first‑class mental health support services and physical health checks. Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista) providing health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits, discount options, Cycle to Work Schemes, Electric Car Purchase Scheme, and Critical Illness Cover. Family Growth Support – inclusive benefits covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, and paid fertility treatment support. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit. Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. While we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants due to delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales. #J-18808-Ljbffr