Overview
Salary: £14.47 per hour
Shift hours: Full Time
We are seeking an enthusiastic and hands-on Catering Truck Manager to lead an exciting new mobile catering offer within our vibrant independent
This is a unique opportunity to shape and run a versatile catering operation, serving pupils, parents, and staff across a range of settings.
The Role
You will take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of our new catering truck, delivering high-quality, fresh, and appealing food across multiple
Boarders’ suppers
Match teas for pupils and parents
Additional tuck shop provision
Pop-up food offers across the school site
You will play a key role in creating a dynamic and engaging food experience that complements school life.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage all aspects of the catering truck operation
Plan and prepare menus suitable for varied audiences
Deliver excellent food quality and presentation
Ensure high standards of hygiene, food safety, and compliance
Monitor stock, ordering, and cost control
Provide outstanding customer service to pupils, staff, and visitors
Develop creative ideas to grow and enhance the offer
About you:
Proven experience in catering, hospitality, or street food/mobile catering
Strong organisational and leadership skills
A creative approach to food and service
Ability to work independently and as part of a wider catering team
Confident managing busy service periods and varied demands
Full, clean UK driving licence (essential)
What We Offer:
A varied and engaging role within a supportive school environment
The chance to develop and grow a new catering concept
Term-time working pattern (with occasional additional events)
Competitive salary and benefits
As part of Compass you’ll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK’s biggest businesses.
Job Reference: com/2306/44300001/52816211/BU #Lodestone House
Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive – because diversity is our strength!
Reference: com/2306/44300001/52816211/BU
Location: Eastbourne
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