Sheringham High School is a popular 11-18 school situated on the beautiful North Norfolk Coast.  We have a strong sense of community and take pride in our surroundings.  

 We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Kitchen Manager to oversee the smooth operation and management of the school's catering services. The Kitchen Manager will play a crucial role in ensuring that high-quality, nutritious meals are provided for students and staff while maintaining excellent standards of hygiene, safety, and efficiency in the kitchen. This role includes supervising kitchen staff, planning menus, managing resources, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Previous experience of working in the catering industry or similar field is essential.

We will need you to have excellent communication skills and to be able to demonstrate the ability to lead and manage a team.

Your role will involve:

• Prepare and cook meals including any special dietary requirements
• Cleaning duties within the kitchen/dining area
• Stocktaking/ordering
• Maintaining all budgets
• Manage the Food Safety Management System
• Health & Safety compliance and food hygiene standards
• Food service to students & staff
• IT literate
• Maintain and promote relationships within the school
• Motivate and develop staff to their full potential
• A uniform will be provided

This is a challenging but rewarding role which requires excellent interpersonal skills, versatility and flexibility, where you can make a difference to our students and our school community.

We value the individuality and creativity that every worker potentially brings to the workforce.  We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and all staff and volunteers must share the same commitment.  The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS disclosure.  We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications irrespective of race, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation and/or age. 

A visit to the school prior to application is highly recommended.   Please contact us to arrange this by telephoning the school and asking to speak to Nikki Clarke.  Alternatively email nclarke@sheringhamhigh.org.uk