Deputy Catering Manager - SIPS Education Ltd
| Posting date: | 08 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Pay Band 7, SCP 30-35, £38,893 - £44,121 p.a. |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 September 2025 |
| Location: | B70 8GS |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | Sips Education Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | CAT002 |
Summary
SIPS education is a not-for-profit organisation based in the Black Country. Our knowledge of local communities in the area makes us unique as a specialist support services provider in the education sector.
SIPS Education Catering Services are looking to recruit a Deputy Service Manager to work as an ambassador of SIPS Catering, managing and communicating in an effective and professional manner, working with all stakeholders and as a positive role model to colleagues across the entire service. This is a new post within the established central Catering Team, working under the direction of the Service Managers (Operations, and Development).
As a senior manager in a large operational catering service, the successful applicant will be a motivated and approachable leader, coaching and mentoring their team to achieve excellence in people and account management.
As a key member of the management team, you will need to have excellent negotiating skills, understand the company’s values and objectives, and be able to communicate effectively with partners at all levels.
We are looking for an individual who is ready to actively contribute to the future of our service, bringing experience and ideas, and planning and implementing change – delivering on technical compliance and innovative sustainability.
In return, we offer a competitive salary, generous annual leave allowance, some flexible and hybrid working, access to Local Government pension scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, and mileage allowance. You also will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and recognises employees who go the extra mile.
Please note that interviews will include a written test and a presentation to the panel.
Application forms are attached below and should be returned to SIPS Education Ltd, 2nd Floor, Guardian House, Cronehills Linkway, West Bromwich, West Midlands B70 8GS or emailed to hr.recruitment@sips.co.uk
SIPS Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS (Disclosure Barring Service) clearance including Barred list check.
This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.
SIPS Education Limited is a Disability Confident Committed employer and encourages applications from disabled people. If you inform us that you are disabled and meet the minimum criteria for the job you will be offered an interview
SIPS Education is an Armed Forces-friendly employer who supports the employment of veterans and members of the Reserve Forces
Please ensure application forms are signed if sending via email.
If you have provided an email address, correspondence will be sent via e-mail.
If you are successful in being short-listed for interview, you will be contacted via email within 28 working days of the closing date. Please ensure you check your junk/spam boxes as well as your inbox incase any correspondence has been delivered there.
Online Search
An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the chance to discuss any issues of concern that may come up during this search during the interview.
Hours: 37 hours per week, Permanent Contract
Grade: Pay Band 7, SCP 30-35, £38,893 - £44,121 p.a.
Closing Date: 8th September 2025
Shortlisting Date: 9th September 2025
Interview Date: 17th September 2025
SIPS Education Catering Services are looking to recruit a Deputy Service Manager to work as an ambassador of SIPS Catering, managing and communicating in an effective and professional manner, working with all stakeholders and as a positive role model to colleagues across the entire service. This is a new post within the established central Catering Team, working under the direction of the Service Managers (Operations, and Development).
As a senior manager in a large operational catering service, the successful applicant will be a motivated and approachable leader, coaching and mentoring their team to achieve excellence in people and account management.
As a key member of the management team, you will need to have excellent negotiating skills, understand the company’s values and objectives, and be able to communicate effectively with partners at all levels.
We are looking for an individual who is ready to actively contribute to the future of our service, bringing experience and ideas, and planning and implementing change – delivering on technical compliance and innovative sustainability.
In return, we offer a competitive salary, generous annual leave allowance, some flexible and hybrid working, access to Local Government pension scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, and mileage allowance. You also will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and recognises employees who go the extra mile.
Please note that interviews will include a written test and a presentation to the panel.
Application forms are attached below and should be returned to SIPS Education Ltd, 2nd Floor, Guardian House, Cronehills Linkway, West Bromwich, West Midlands B70 8GS or emailed to hr.recruitment@sips.co.uk
SIPS Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS (Disclosure Barring Service) clearance including Barred list check.
This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.
SIPS Education Limited is a Disability Confident Committed employer and encourages applications from disabled people. If you inform us that you are disabled and meet the minimum criteria for the job you will be offered an interview
SIPS Education is an Armed Forces-friendly employer who supports the employment of veterans and members of the Reserve Forces
Please ensure application forms are signed if sending via email.
If you have provided an email address, correspondence will be sent via e-mail.
If you are successful in being short-listed for interview, you will be contacted via email within 28 working days of the closing date. Please ensure you check your junk/spam boxes as well as your inbox incase any correspondence has been delivered there.
Online Search
An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the chance to discuss any issues of concern that may come up during this search during the interview.
Hours: 37 hours per week, Permanent Contract
Grade: Pay Band 7, SCP 30-35, £38,893 - £44,121 p.a.
Closing Date: 8th September 2025
Shortlisting Date: 9th September 2025
Interview Date: 17th September 2025