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Catering Manager
Job description
How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*? Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent). If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!
Job Title: Catering Manager
Location: Baston House school, Bromley
Salary: £22,000 per annum
Hours: 30 hours per week; Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for a Catering Manager to join our close-knit team at Baston House School located in Bromley.
Job Purpose
To plan for and provide a freshly cooked and nutritious selection of meals to the pupils and staff of the School, ensuring an efficient operation which is compliant with Food Safety regulations.
To uphold the professional code of conduct, support the school in accordance with the ethos, organisation and policies as a fully committed member of staff as detailed in the specific duties and core standards below.
Areas of Responsibility
Practical
Supervising the kitchen operation in designated unit
Lead the food production in an allocated unit.
Lead in all activities relating to meal production and service, including setting up of dining hall, and cleaning of both kitchen and hall after service.
Ensure the kitchen is compliant with all Food Hygiene and Health and Safety Legislation
Ensure the kitchen is cleaned in line with Food and Hygiene requirements, including equipment, floors, walls.
Ensure equipment and machinery is maintained in a clean safe order.
Essential
* Ability to be adaptable in a fast paced environment
* Commitment to the safeguarding and welfare of all pupils
* Flexibility to manage short-notice change calmly
Desirable
* The courage and conviction to make a difference
* The ability to listen and communicate effectively
* Sustain energy, optimism and motivation in the face of pressure and setbacks
* Stay calm in difficult situations and maintain clarity of vision
To view the job description, please click here - Catering Manager JD
About The School
Baston House is an independent day specialist provider of education and care for young people and adults aged 5 to 19 years who have been diagnosed with Autism (ASC).
Baston House School ensures that our school environment supports learning and promotes the well-being of pupils and staff through a strong sense of community cohesion. Creating a sense of community, develop social understanding, improve well-being, enhance academic achievement, and develop independence are at the root of our school community. We work hard to provide a safe school where pupils are included in every aspect of school life.
For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.
We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.
Why join Options Autism?
Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:
Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:
A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
Cycle to Work Schemes
Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit