General Catering Manager

Job Title: General Catering Manager Location: Notting Hill & Ealing High School (GST) - 2 Cleveland Rd, London, W13 8AX Contract Type: Term-time plus, approx 45 working weeks + 5 weeks paid holiday = 52 weeks over all (perm). Ideally this role will start in September for the new term. Salary: £45 - 50,000 per annumWhy Join Us?28 days holiday (including bank holidays)3 volunteering days to give back to causes you care about3 days grandparent leave for those special family moments24 weeks enhanced maternity leaveBespoke training & development opportunitiesPension & life insuranceDiscounts on high street brands, cinema & holidays via the Perkbox AppWellbeing hub & access to employee assistance programmeFree meals while at workCareer development through apprenticeships for all experience levels.About the Role:We are seeking a passionate and experienced Catering Manager to lead the kitchen team at Notting Hill and Ealing High School, a private day school for girls aged 4–18 in Ealing, London. As the Catering Manager will be responsible for managing day-to-day kitchen operations, delivering fresh, high-quality meals, and ensuring exceptional food service for pupils, staff, and visitors.You will be joining Holroyd Howe, one of the UK’s leading contract caterers, providing fresh innovative food services solely to independent schools and colleges. We are a team of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children of all ages in order to meet the bespoke requirements of each school.The safety and wellbeing of the people we serve is at the heart of everything we do. A key element is effective allergen management; achieved through training, communication, and care, we create mealtimes where every pupil has a safe experience. Our mission is simple: to provide our teams with the right skills to succeed in their job and our exceptional teams of seasoned specialists customise our catering services to fit children of all ages and satisfy the unique needs of our clients. Key Responsibilities:Lead kitchen operations ensuring the highest standards of food quality, safety, and presentationManage and support a small kitchen team, fostering a positive working environmentOversee menu planning, stock control, and supplier relationshipsMaintain accurate financial records including budgets, ordering, and stock rotationEnsure compliance with all food safety, health & safety, and safeguarding policiesWork collaboratively with the school community to provide a friendly and efficient catering experienceAccountability for following and championing allergen controls Candidate Profile:Previous experience as a Chef Manager or similar role within contract catering, ideally the Independent Education sectorStrong kitchen management and leadership skillsPassionate about using fresh, seasonal ingredients to create balanced, appealing menusExcellent organisational and communication skillsKnowledge ...