Assistant Catering Manager

Our Assistant Catering Manager is fundamental to ensuring that they support the Assistant Catering Director in developing and managing the catering services in the Boarding Houses. The Boarding Houses are integral to the boys' lives; therefore, the Catering Services has a direct impact on the boys' experience of life at Eton College and their overall nutritional welfare. You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the Boarding Houses Catering Teams.

Due to the needs of the school and the department, we may interview suitable candidates before the closing date. This job may also close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.

Benefits

Eton College offers a wide range of benefits, including an 11% employer contribution to your pension (with 4.9% employee contribution), Employee Assistance Programme, enhanced Maternity / Paternity scheme, a cycle to work scheme, subsidised lunches during term time, free or heavily discounted access to the College's sport and leisure facilities, and discounts at local retailers and businesses.

Main Duties

1. Work alongside the Assistant Catering Director, House Masters, and Dames to ensure the smooth, efficient, and effective catering service in the Boarding House. In addition to act as cover for the Assistant Catering Director. These duties include, but are not limited to:
2. Ensure consistency in the quality of menus and standards across the Boarding Houses are maintained at all times;
3. Supporting the Assistant Catering Director in the day-to-day management of the Catering Teams to ensure adequate staffing cover in the Boarding Houses;
4. Being a first point of contact for sickness and providing appropriate cover for houses;
5. Line management responsibility for the Kitchen and Catering Assistants;
6. Review the daily food safety and allergen paperwork as required by Eton College Food Safety Management System and Food Hygiene Policy and ensure each house is compliant;
7. Manage and implement all parts of Eton College Food Hygiene Policy and Food Safety Management System;
8. Review daily house expenditure and collate financial information from each House and report and action as appropriate to the Assistant Catering Director;
9. Adhere to all parts of Eton College Food Hygiene Policy and Food Safety Management System;
10. Review monthly stock levels and report any concerns to the Assistant Catering Director;
11. Assist in managing the daily administration of the department;
12. Assist in managing all catering entertainment bookings;
13. Manage the rotas for each house;
14. Plan and assist in delivering annual training as requested and required by law;
15. Train and monitor all new catering staff;
16. Support the Assistant Catering Director in managing all employee relations issues;
17. Support the Assistant Catering Director to conduct and manage performance reviews and appraisals;
18. Support and manage all aspects of production and presentation of service, ensuring high standards of health and safety, hygiene, nutritional value, and allergen control;
19. Be flexible to work across the catering operation in the College as required;
20. Monitor staff dynamics and report any concerns to the Assistant Catering Director;
21. Work with the Boarding Houses to increase the boys' nutritional awareness;
22. Undertake any other reasonable duties to help facilitate the smooth running of the Boarding House catering services;
23. Commit to and promote equality, diversity, and inclusion;
24. Understand and comply with procedures and legislation relating to confidentiality.

The Ideal Candidate

1. Qualified to Level 2 Professional Cookery or above and/or equivalent practical experience;
2. A minimum of Level 3 in Food Hygiene Certificate;
3. Experience with Word and Excel;
4. Previous supervisory experience;
5. Experience of managing budgets;
6. Knowledge of volume catering;
7. Experience of allergen management control;
8. Experience of nutrition and wellbeing special diets;
9. Experience working with young people;
10. Clear understanding of Health and Safety legislation;
11. Clear understanding of Food Hygiene legislation;
12. Experience of delivering catering training;
13. Ability to coordinate and deliver event hospitality;
14. Flexible approach to work and a can-do attitude;
15. Great attention to detail and pride in work, understanding the impact on boys away from home;
16. Enjoy working as part of a team and supporting colleagues;
17. Ability to nurture good working relationships with other departments;
18. Able to work unsupervised and use initiative;
19. Good verbal communication skills;
20. Good time management skills, well presented, and ability to prioritise;
21. Previous experience in a similar role;
22. Able to manage a team, with supervisory or management experience.

About The College

We are an equal opportunities employer and seek applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds. We are dedicated to creating and sustaining an environment that values individuality and difference and celebrates the diversity of both staff and pupils by fostering perseverance, tolerance, and integrity. We believe in equal opportunity for everyone, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or socio-economic background.

If you have any queries about the application process or any problem with submitting your application online, the Recruitment Team will be happy to help. Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made or facilities provided to enable you to apply online, please do not hesitate to contact us.

DISCLOSURE CHECKS

Eton College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including reference checks with past employers, an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service, an online search, and, where applicable, Prohibition checks. If you are successful in your application, you will be required to complete a DBS Disclosure Application Form. Any information disclosed will be handled in accordance with guidance and/or Code of Practice published by the DBS. The College is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and therefore all convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings must be declared, subject to the DBS filtering rules. It is a criminal offence for any person barred from working with children to attempt to apply for a position at the College.