Catering Manager

At Aramark, we empower our people to create experiences that matter. We share a passion for hospitality, it's at the foundation of everything we do. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing, a role at Aramark can help you reach your potential.

Location: The Marlborough Church of England School, Shipton Road, Woodstock, OX20 1LP

Salary: £17.07 per hour - equated

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Working Weeks: 43 weeks per year (Term Time Only)

Your Aramark Journey Starts Here

Aramark UK are currently recruiting for a Catering Manager to lead our catering operation at The Marlborough Church of England School in Woodstock . This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced catering professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for delivering high-quality food and exceptional customer service within an education environment.

As Catering Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day running of the catering service, managing a team, ensuring food quality standards are consistently achieved, and delivering a welcoming dining experience for students, staff, and visitors.

What's in it for you?

£17.07 per hour

37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Term time only

43 working weeks per year

School holidays off

Company pension

Life assurance

Discounted meals while on shift

Free on-site parking (where available)

Access to our Employee Benefits app: online GP, Employee Assistance Scheme, and hundreds of discounts including savings on your weekly supermarket shop and weekend treats.

Career development opportunities and apprenticeship programmes

Continuous training and development

Supportive management team and working environment

What you'll be doing

Managing the daily catering operation and leading the onsite team

Planning, preparing, and delivering nutritious, high-quality meals

Ensuring exceptional customer service for students, staff, and visitors

Managing staffing levels, rotas, and team performance

Monitoring food production, presentation, and service standards

Controlling budgets, stock levels, ordering, and food costs

Ensuring compliance with food safety, HACCP, health and safety, and company policies

Completing administration, reporting, and audit requirements

Building positive relationships with school stakeholders

Driving innovation and promoting seasonal and healthy menu choices

Previous experience in a Catering Manager, Chef Manager, or similar leadership role

Strong people management and communication skills

Experience managing budgets and achieving financial targets

Excellent organisational and time management skills

A passion for food, service excellence, and customer satisfaction

Good knowledge of food safety and health and safety legislation

Ability to motivate and develop a successful team

Intermediate IT and administrative skills

Relevant food hygiene qualification or willingness to obtain one

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive.

As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.

We are an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from veterans, service leavers, cadet forces adult volunteers, reservists and military families.

For roles requiring security clearance, any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion and maintenance of the required level of security clearance. Applicants must meet the relevant eligibility and residency requirements applicable to that level of clearance.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all employees and workers to share this commitment. Where relevant to the role, safer recruitment checks will apply, including references and an enhanced DBS check in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any adjustments or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – careers@aramark.co.uk

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.

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