Kitchen Manager

at  Ventrus Multi Academy Trust

Salary: NJC Grade D - £24,702 - £26,421 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked)
Working Pattern: This is a permanent position working 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
Willowbrook School is a modern, vibrant primary school on the edge of the city of Exeter. We would like to appoint a kitchen manager to carry on our outstanding, in-house service.
We are seeking someone who is passionate about providing fresh, healthy food for the children and staff and who will work closely with our school team. We employ our own catering staff and they are supported by a local company, who devise menus and provide recipes and advice regarding allergens. We have a large, well-equipped kitchen and a friendly team who will work alongside you.
You will receive a full induction and appropriate training. You will need to have some experience of working in a large kitchen, preferably in a school context.
Informal conversations are welcomed and encouraged; please contact hr@ventrus.org.uk to arrange contact.
To apply for this role please submit your application online; your supporting statement should outline your suitability for the post.
The closing date for applications is 9am on Monday 3rd March 2025, interviews will be held in the week commencing 3rd March 2025.
All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search.
Ventrus Multi Academy Trust require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.
Our school is a member of Ventrus, a group of Devon schools that actively collaborate to improve children’s outcomes. As a Trust, Ventrus offers excellent career and development opportunities.
Ventrus is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an enhanced disclosure is required for this post.
Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available here

Please refer the Job description for details