Kitchen Manager

Boothroyd Primary Academy, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF13 3QE

27 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  18 May 2026 at 1pm

• Date listed

  21 April 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Catering, cleaning and site management
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £26,966.00 - £28,789.00 Annually (Actual)

Kitchen Manager job summary

We are incredibly proud of our school and our community, where we have the privilege to support, nurture and educate approximately 600 wonderful children aged 3-11, from a wide range of cultural and social backgrounds.

Our vision is for Boothroyd to be the heartbeat of the community, where we empower all, so we all shine brightly. We collectively contribute to a positive culture and learning environment that enables everyone to thrive and be the best version of themselves, by living out our school values of Honesty, Excellence, Aspiration, Respect and Teamwork. We believe in nurturing every child's potential and fostering a supportive learning environment where every pupil can thrive.

We are seeking an experienced, motivated, and creative Kitchen Manager to lead our busy school kitchen and deliver high‑quality, nutritious meals for our pupils. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children’s health and wellbeing by ensuring they receive delicious, healthy meals every day.

Key Responsibilities

As our Kitchen Manager, with support from our external catering providers, you will:

• Plan, prepare, and cook healthy, balanced menus in line with the DfE School Food Standards, ensuring children receive the recommended daily portions of fruit, vegetables, fish, dairy etc as depicted in the food standards.
• Ensure menus provide a wide range of foods across the week, using fresh, sustainable, and locally sourced ingredients wherever possible.
• Implement food‑based standards that restrict foods high in fat, salt, and sugar, following best practices for healthy eating in schools.
• Ensure the dining experience is positive, welcoming, and efficient for all pupils.
• Manage all aspects of kitchen operations, including:
• Food safety and hygiene compliance
• Stock control and ordering
• Budget management
• Staff supervision and training

Support pupils with allergies and special dietary requirements, following updated allergy guidance.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working in a school kitchen or a similar catering environment
• Understands statutory nutrition requirements for school-aged children
• Is passionate about promoting healthy eating
• Has excellent organisational and leadership skills
• Can plan menus that meet diverse dietary needs
• Holds relevant food hygiene qualifications (or is willing to undertake training)

What We Offer

• A supportive, friendly school environment
• Opportunities for professional development
• The chance to make a real impact on children’s daily lives
• Wellbeing support programme with access to the Kirklees Occupational Health Scheme
• West Yorkshire Pension Fund membership and life assurance

Please do have a look at the school website at www.boothroydprimaryacademy.co.ukfor further information.

Visits are welcomed for this role. Please contact the Lisa Lynch (Senior Academy Business Manager) on 01924 562425, and she will be delighted to arrange to show you around and give you more information about the school and the role.

To apply for this job, please apply via the MyNewTerm APP

CV’s/other application forms will not be accepted. Thank you.

Applicants are encouraged to address the personal specification when completing their application.

Boothroyd Primary Academy is a member of Focus-Trust and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and other relevant employment checks.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

CVs will not be accepted, only applications submitted on the school’s application form.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Any offer of employment will be subject to an enhanced disclosure from the DBS.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Boothroyd Primary Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 586 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Boothroyd Primary Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/boothroyd-primary-academy

Do you wish to make a strong contribution to the future success of our school?

Boothroyd Primary Academy is a large three-form academy serving over 640 pupils from the local Dewsbury community and judged by OFSTED as a Good school with Outstanding features. “As a result of inclusive leadership, precise assessment and high-quality teaching, children make outstanding progress” (OFSTED Mar 2019).

Our vision is for Boothroyd to be the heartbeat of the community, where we empower all, so we all shine brightly. We collectively contribute to a positive culture and learning environment that enables everyone to thrive and be the best version of themselves, by living out our school values of Honesty, Excellence, Aspiration, Respect and Teamwork. We believe in nurturing every child's potential and fostering a supportive learning environment where every pupil can thrive.

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