Catering Manager

Caterlink is the education sector catering specialist. For over 20 years, the Company has delivered fresh food solutions to pupils and staff at Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. The company caters more than 1,000,000 meals a week. Our “Fresh Food Policy” is the foundation of our success and growth in the market coupled with a desire to truly deliver on the promises we make to our clients and support our site-based teams.

Catering Manager | Sullivan Upper School

Salary: £30,000 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Location: Sullivan Upper School

Contract: Permanent, Term-Time Only

Are you a passionate and experienced catering professional looking for a rewarding management role with an excellent work-life balance?

We are seeking an enthusiastic Catering Manager to lead our catering operation at Sullivan Upper School . This is a fantastic opportunity to manage a busy and vibrant school catering service, working with a dedicated team to deliver high-quality food and exceptional customer service to students and staff.

About the Role

As Catering Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the catering service, including:

Safeguarding

The successful applicant will be required to complete an Enhanced Access NI check . We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment.

Join us and become part of a team that values quality, innovation, and delivering an outstanding dining experience for every student, every day.

Requirements

Previous catering management or supervisory experience; Strong leadership and organisational skills; A passion for food quality and customer service; Excellent communication and team-building abilities; A proactive and positive approach to problem-solving

Benefits

Competitive salary of £30,000 per annum; Term-time only working , allowing you to enjoy school holidays; 37 weeks per year (175 pupil attendance days plus 10 administrative days); Paid holiday entitlement; Monday to Friday working pattern with no regular evening or weekend shifts; Full training and ongoing support; Opportunities for personal and professional development; The chance to make a positive impact within a thriving school community; Leading, motivating, and developing the catering team; Managing food production and service standards; Ensuring compliance with food safety and health & safety requirements; Controlling budgets, stock, and purchasing; Driving sales and promoting a positive dining experience; Building strong relationships with the school and wider catering team