Catering Manager

Catering Manager

Grade 8 SCP 18-21: Actual Salary 27428 to 28825

37 Hours per Week Term Time Plus Five Days

Outwood Academy City Fields seeks applications from an experienced Catering Manager who is passionate about bringing high quality nutritious meals into a culturally diverse and food forward school. We are a multicultural school in the heart of the Wakefield community and wish to employ someone who can ensure high quality catering is provided for all children staff and visitors.

Outwood Academy City Fields is an 11-16 academy based in the friendly cathedral city of Wakefield. The Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in March 2022. We joined the Outwood Family of Schools in 2018.

We were delighted that in its latest report Ofsted noted Outwood Academy City Fields is a school where leaders want the very best for pupils. Their motto of putting students first is something that directs and guides leaders actions each day. Because leaders set such a strong example of their high ambitions for pupils other staff mirror these aspirations.

We are seeking an individual who understands the crucial link between nutrition and learning and can deliver a catering service that supports student achievement and overall well-being. They should have strong communication skills to be able to deliver effective customer service and build positive relationships within the school community and an ability to work within a team.

The successful candidate will be able to lead a team of established Catering Assistants to provide an outstanding in house catering provision. The role will ensure a smooth and efficient counter service across 3 lunch services breakfast and split breaks all of which are fast paced. The role will also maintain high standards of hygiene and involve developing innovative menus and healthy meals in line with Nutritional Standards.

As part of Outwood Grange Academies Trust we benefit from the support and experience of our Family of Schools as well as being able to provide our staff with exceptional professional development through the Outwood Institute of Education.

The successful candidate will be supported through an induction process with experienced colleagues and working within an internal operational framework.

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What will we do for you

The Academy benefits from being part of the Outwood Family of Schools and you will be joining a highly innovative inspirational and ambitious organisation. The Trust guarantees every member of staff CPD and development opportunities.

A competitive salary with pay progression

A fantastic pension and additional benefits

Flexible family friendly policies from day one

Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programme

Our Workload Charter with guaranteed CPD every week and much more (for teaching roles)

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Safeguarding notice

Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.