Overview
Assistant Catering Manager – Secondary SchoolLocation: Wirral | Contract: Term Time Only | Hours: Full Time (Monday-Friday) | Salary: £15.50-£18.50 per hour (dependent on experience) | Start Date: September 2026
Tradewind Recruitment are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Assistant Catering Manager to join the catering team at a welcoming secondary school on the Wirral. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual with catering and supervisory experience who is passionate about delivering high-quality food services within an educational environment. The successful candidate will support the Catering Manager in the day-to-day operation of the school’s catering provision, ensuring excellent food quality, customer service, and compliance with food safety regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Catering Manager with the day-to-day running of the kitchen and dining facilities
- Assist with menu planning, food preparation, and service delivery
- Supervise catering staff and allocate duties as required
- Ensure high standards of food quality, presentation, and customer service
- Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering and stock control
- Maintain accurate records relating to food safety and hygiene
- Ensure compliance with all food safety, health and safety, and safeguarding procedures
- Assist with training and supporting catering team members
- Promote a positive dining experience for students, staff, and visitors
Requirements / Qualifications
- Previous experience within a catering, hospitality, or food service environment
- Experience supervising or leading a team
- Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 3 desirable)
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Understanding of food safety and health & safety regulations
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
What We’re Looking For
- A positive and proactive approach to work
- Strong leadership and team-working skills
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability
- A passion for providing high-quality food and service
- Reliable, professional, and adaptable
- Previous experience in a supervisory catering role is highly desirable
How to Apply
To express interest or request further information, please click apply now or send your CV and a brief cover letter to tatum.read@twrecruitment.com as soon as possible. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check prior to appointment.
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