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We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

Free meals On Duty

Free Parking

Onsite free car parking

Contributory pension scheme

Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits

Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, (url removed) and many more

Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more

Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster

Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands

Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes

You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

Working 5 days out of 7 (some weekends required)

As Catering Duty Manager at Trent College, you’ll play a key role in delivering a high-quality, professional catering service across the school. You’ll lead and support the catering team on shift, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations, excellent food and service standards, and a positive dining experience for pupils, staff and visitors.

You’ll be a visible, hands-on leader, working closely with the wider catering and school teams to ensure services are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with Trent College’s high expectations.

Key ResponsibilitiesLead & Support the Team

Brief, motivate and guide Team Leaders and Catering Assistants to deliver daily service requirements and uphold service standards

Lead by example, remaining present and active during service periods

Deliver an Excellent Dining Experience

Put the customer experience at the heart of the service, ensuring pupils, staff and guests receive a warm, professional and consistent experience

Respond positively to feedback and support continuous service improvement

Operational Excellence

Ensure food and drink offers are well-prepared, well-presented and available throughout service

Support the smooth running of dining halls, cafés and hospitality services across the college

Monitor equipment and facilities, reporting and following up on maintenance issues

Performance, Training & Development

Support staff inductions, on-the-job training and 1-2-1 conversations

Coach and develop team members to build confidence, skills and product knowledge

Compliance, Safety & Standards

Ensure all food safety, health & safety, COSHH and safeguarding procedures are followed at all times

Maintain accurate incident reporting and compliance records

Hospitality & Events Support

Support catering delivery for school events, functions and hospitality as required

Flex to support evenings and weekends during key school events

What We’re Looking ForA hands-on catering leader who thrives in a structured, people-focused environment

A passion for quality food and excellent service

Experience working in a school, education, contract catering or similar environment

At least 2 years’ experience in a supervisory or duty management role

Strong communication skills and a calm, organised approach

About Us

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.

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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