Assistant Catering Manager
The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.
40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
The King’s School, Canterbury is seeking to appoint a committed and organised Assistant Catering Manager to support the delivery of high-quality catering services within our busy school kitchens.
Working closely with the Director of Catering and Deputy Head of Catering, the postholder will help oversee the day-to-day operation of catering services across the Precincts. This includes supporting the planning and delivery of nutritious and appealing meals for pupils, staff and visitors, as well as assisting with internal functions and external events.
The role involves assisting with stock control, food safety compliance, staff supervision, rota planning and maintaining the highest standards of food preparation, hygiene and presentation. You will also play an important role in supporting the catering team, helping to ensure staff are well trained, motivated and working efficiently.
This is a varied and hands-on role requiring strong organisational skills, a proactive approach and the ability to work effectively in a busy environment. Previous experience within a catering or hospitality setting, ideally with supervisory responsibilities, would be advantageous.
The King’s School offers an extensive rewards package, including:
- Gold membership at The King’s School Sports Centre
- Enhanced employer pension contributions up to 10%
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Life Assurance
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Free meals during term time
- In house training and CPD opportunities
For further information and to apply online, please visit: Current Job Vacancies • The King's School, Canterbury
Closing date for receipt of applications: 24 March 2026
The King’s School is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process which is in line with the statutory Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates.
All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.