Are you an experienced catering professional with a passion for providing high-quality, nutritious meals for children? Do you have the leadership skills to manage a busy kitchen operation and the vision to help grow a successful traded catering service?
Due to the Retirement of our Catering Manager, the Hebden Bridge Schools Federation is seeking an enthusiastic and highly organised person, to continue the great work and to lead our in-house catering provision. Based at our central production kitchen, at Riverside School, you will oversee the preparation and delivery of meals not only for our Federation schools but also for a growing number of local schools that purchase our catering service. We pride ourselves on maintaining, year on year, a 5-star food hygiene rating.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is committed to delivering excellent food, outstanding customer service and value for money.
The Role
As Catering Manager, you will:
- Lead and manage the day-to-day operation of our catering service.
- Plan and oversee the production of nutritious, high-quality meals for multiple school sites.
- Manage food preparation, ordering, stock control and budgets.
- Ensure compliance with food hygiene, health and safety, and allergen regulations.
- Coordinate meal production schedules and delivery arrangements across schools.
- Supervise, motivate and develop a dedicated catering team.
- Build positive relationships with schools purchasing the service and respond effectively to feedback.
- Support the continued growth and development of the Federation's traded catering service.
We are looking for someone who has:
- Experience of managing or supervising a catering operation.
- Experience of menu planning, food preparation and food service delivery.
- Knowledge of food hygiene regulations, allergen management and nutritional standards.
- Strong organisational, leadership and communication skills.
- Experience of budget management, stock control and supplier management.
- The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure.
We offer:
- The opportunity to shape and develop a successful school catering service.
- A supportive and friendly Federation team.
- Ongoing professional development opportunities.
- The chance to make a positive difference to children's health and wellbeing through nutritious school meals.
Safeguarding
The Hebden Bridge Schools Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
How to Apply
Application Packs can be found on our School Website. Hebden Bridge Schools Federation, alternatively, please email,
[email protected] . This is where completed applications should also be sent.
Visits to the school are welcomed.
Closing Date: Friday, 3rd July 2026
Interview Date: Week commencing 6th July 2026.
Come and join us in providing nutritious, high-quality meals that help children thrive across our schools and the wider community.
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