Job Description

We're looking for a Mobile Catering Unit Manager, Interested?

Do you want a role where you're recognised for what you do, given the opportunity to thrive and have the chance to be the best version of yourself? Interested in joining a great organisation with an employee offer and experience that rivals others? Are you looking for a new challenge? If so, please keep reading as you're just what we're looking for!

The team...

We require a Mobile Catering Unit Manager who has the skills, drive, and passion to lead the various catering teams and deliver the highest quality of food and service, and be able to adapt to various kitchens across the Gateshead Brough.





We run a highly successful school catering service which is a key part of our core provision. You will cater for between 100 to 300 pupils each day providing a choice mid-day two course meal. This is an exciting opportunity for you to join our enthusiastic and hardworking team as Mobile Catering Unit Manager.

About the role....

The successful candidate will stand in to manage the school catering team as required, to ensure the delivery of a safe, healthy and high-quality catering service to the school, which is within budget and to customer satisfaction. This will include all aspects of food preparation, cooking and food service, kitchen and dining area hygiene and other duties associated with food service operations; as well as providing a supportive environment for the ongoing development of existing staff.



You will lead and inspire teams of catering assistants working various hours. We offer excellent facilities and equipment and a bright and open dining spaces. You would be enthusiastic to supporting theme events in schools and meeting the requirements of School Food Standards.

A bit about Gateshead Council...

Gateshead is a constantly changing borough combining modern facilities with a fascinating heritage and the demand for our services continues to grow. We engage with many partners and contract a high number of services to deliver the best outcomes for our community. We're truly committed to providing our customers with the highest quality of service and we need like-minded people who can help us deliver a sector leading service. We need people who want to make a difference, who are talented, possess the right knowledge and skills and who want the chance to demonstrate how good they are.





People really are our greatest asset at Gateshead Council, and we value every employee. We encourage our people to think differently, do the right thing and be innovative.

What's in it for you? Well, there's so much on offer and here's just a few of the highlights!

You'll be paid a competitive salary 26,824 to 28,142 pro rata to hours and term time working We'll help you save for your future with an outstanding employer contribution to your pension. You will receive an annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days per year (pro-rata for part time employees) rising to 32, 2 of which may be fixed by the council at any time. You also have the chance to buy up to 10 additional holidays per year. A robust Workforce Development offer with opportunities for learning to progress your career and to enhance your knowledge in specific areas. You'll have access to great health and wellbeing support and ability to use our cycle to work scheme. Working with our partners, GLL you can also access discounted leisure facilities Gym and Leisure Centre Memberships | Better You'll have access to our new benefits platform VIVUP where you can get discounts and offers on online and high street shopping

It's time to apply!

We're delighted that you want to come and work with us. Please take a look at the full job profile via this link