Job Ref No. ECC2779-112 Position Type: Catering Pay Range: Scale 5 Points 10-13
Position Start Date: 13/04/2026 Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 08/03/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: 11th March 2026  

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Catering Manager

Scale 5 (point 10-13)

25 hours per week: 9am - 2pm

We have an exciting opportunity for a Catering Manager to join our friendly school team at Danbury Park.

We are looking to appoint a Catering Manager who has a passion for cooking and providing high quality meals. A self-motivated individual, who enjoys using their own initiative as well as working with others.

Ideally you should have Level 3 Food Safety Certificate, and have experience of working in a similar environment.

Successful applicants must possess:

· Good literacy and numeracy skills

· Be educated to NVQ Level 3 Food Safety or equivalent qualification or experience. Training will be provided if necessary.

· Can ensure the operational efficiency, planning preparation of food to the required standard within budget limitations as agreed with school management

· Have knowledge of national food standards and allergies

· Have good organisational and interpersonal skills

· Have the ability to work on your own initiative

· Ability to work calmly under pressure

· Be prepared to develop and learn in the role

· An ability to promote the school meal service with parents and children

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.

We are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all children. These appointments will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

Further details are available from the school office.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

Information about the school

Contact Information

Sam Jones
Danbury Park Primary School
Well Lane
Danbury, Chelmsford
Essex, CM3 4AB
Telephone: 01245 224994
Email: headteacher@danburypark.essex.sch.uk

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