Kitchen Manager

Kitchen Manager - Woodwater Academy (Ventrus Multi Academy Trust)

Permanent

Part Time, 25 hours per week, 39 weeks per annum

Salary: NJC Grade D: £24,702 - £26,421 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked)

Our school is a member of Ventrus, a group of Devon schools that actively collaborate to improve children's outcomes. As a Trust, Ventrus offers excellent career and development opportunities.

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead the kitchen at our vibrant primary school in Exeter. We are looking for a talented individual, who has great cooking skills along with a passion for preparing fresh food from scratch.

Successful candidates will:
• Manage the day-to-day preparation of meals to a high standard within budget
• Order food and materials
• Maintain a hygienic kitchen
• Effectively manage other members of the kitchen team
• Promote the service to attract the maximum number of children and positively encourage healthy food choices
• Possess knowledge and experience as a Kitchen Manager along with the minimum of NVQ Level 2 in Catering; Level 3 would be preferable
• Have a proven track record of managing teams and controlling catering budgets

Woodwater Academy is part of the Ventrus Multi Academy Trust which provides the very best opportunities for all staff.

At Woodwater, the whole team is committed to providing the best experiences for our pupils, throughout the school day and we work hard together to achieve this.

All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search.

Ventrus Multi Academy Trust require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.

For further information and to apply, please click Apply Now.

The closing date for applications is 12:00 noon on Tuesday 7th May 2024.

Interview Date: Will be held on Friday 10th May 2024