Assistant Manager – Derby

Company: Compass Group UK
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Location: East Midlands
Job Description:

Benefits

  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
  • Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
  • Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
  • Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons and many more
  • Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
  • Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
  • Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
  • You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

Key Responsibilities

Operational Management

  • Create daily allergy logs to ensure all dietaries are catered for.
  • Assist in the daily management and supervision of catering operations across the school.
  • Support the Catering Manager in planning and coordinating meal services, special events, and hospitality functions.
  • Ensure food is prepared and served to a consistently high standard.
  • Monitor food quality, presentation, and portion control.
  • Assist in managing stock levels, ordering supplies, and checking deliveries.

Team Leadership

  • Support the recruitment, induction, training, and development of catering staff.
  • Supervise catering team members and provide guidance during service periods.
  • Assist in preparing staff rotas and ensuring adequate staffing levels.
  • Promote a positive, professional, and collaborative working environment.

Food Safety and Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with all food safety legislation, health and safety regulations, and school policies.
  • Assist in maintaining HACCP procedures and food safety documentation.
  • Conduct regular checks of kitchen equipment, storage areas, and food preparation practices.
  • Support allergen management and ensure accurate food labelling.

Financial Responsibilities

  • Assist with budget monitoring and cost control.
  • Support stock control procedures and minimise food waste.
  • Help analyse purchasing and operational costs to improve efficiency.
  • Ensure accurate record-keeping and reporting where required.

Customer Service

  • Maintain excellent relationships with pupils, staff, parents, and visitors.
  • Promote healthy eating initiatives and support themed dining events.

Administrative Duties

  • Maintain catering records, including temperature logs, cleaning schedules, and supplier documentation.
  • Support menu planning and dietary requirement management.

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Posted: June 19th, 2026