Catering Manager
| Posting date: | 05 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £35,445 to £39,615 per year, pro rata |
| Additional salary information: | + 6% shift allowance and benefits, including generous annual leave and pension, incremental salary progression, access to Blue Light discounts, and health and wellbeing support. |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 September 2025 |
| Location: | Robin House, Balloch G83 8LX |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Children's Hospices Across Scotland |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | CHA1135873 |
Summary
Catering Manager - CHAS
Location: Rachel House, Kinross or Robin House, Balloch
Salary: £35,445 - £39,615 per annum, pro rata (+ 6% shift allowance)
Contract Type: Permanent, Full time: 35 hours per week
Are you passionate about food and making a difference in people’s lives?
Due to retirement, we are seeking a compassionate and experienced Catering Manager to lead our dedicated catering teams over two locations within a warm and supportive children’s hospice environment. This is a unique opportunity to combine professional expertise with heartfelt purpose, making a meaningful difference to children and families.
Family Quote
“The kitchen team are such a big part of our experience. They know our names and ask what we would like for lunch. Our child has special dietary needs – so that contact from the kitchen team makes a difference”
To be successful in this role you will need to demonstrate:
Strong Leadership & Team management: Lead and motivate catering staff and volunteers to deliver high standards consistently, promoting a positive and inclusive team culture.
Operational and Compliance Excellence: Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and health & safety regulations, manage budgets, stock, suppliers, and maintain accurate records.
Compassionate and Person-Centred Approach: Provide meals that are comforting, nutritious, and tailored to individual preferences and medical requirements, creating a warm, respectful and dignified dining experience.
Collaboration and Communication: Partner with clinical, nursing, and facilities teams to meet evolving needs, respond to feedback, and adapt services accordingly. Communicate clearly and professionally with children, families, and staff.
Menu Planning and Nutrition: Design appealing and nutritious menus that cater to diverse dietary requirements including allergies, soft diets, and cultural preferences.
Adaptability and Problem-Solving: Handle unexpected challenges calmly and with creativity, continuously seeking ways to improve service delivery and customer satisfaction.
Qualifications & Experience:
*Catering related qualification to HND level or equivalent.
*Hold, or be willing to undertake study towards the Advanced Food Hygiene Diploma
*Hold or be willing to undertake study towards IOSH Managing Safely Certificate
*Hold a current clean driving licence and have access to a vehicle
Why CHAS?
Working with CHAS provides a unique opportunity to support children and families to make the most of their precious time together; as a team, we make extraordinary things happen every day.
We offer:
Pension - the opportunity to pay into an existing NHS scheme or join local government pension scheme.
Meaningful work – working within the hospice you can see where your work makes a difference to the children and families that CHAS support.
Professional development – opportunity to enhance your skills, taking advantage of our comprehensive learning and development programme.
Supportive environment, working within an experienced and supportive team. Access to a range of tools to support wellbeing, including Employee Assistance Programme.
Comprehensive Benefits: Including generous annual leave and pension, incremental salary progression, life assurance, employee assistance programme, access to Blue Light discounts, and health and wellbeing support.
Free onsite parking
Further Information and How to Apply
If this sounds like you, we would love you to apply! Follow the link for more information. To apply you will be prompted to answer a couple of questions and upload your CV or complete our full application form.
To arrange an informal chat about the position, please contact Kirsten Keegan, Operations Manager, at kirstenkeegan@chas.org.uk
For any queries regarding the recruitment process, please contact our HR Team on 0131 444 3293 or by emailing careers@chas.org.uk
This post is subject to a Disclosure Scotland Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) check.
Interviews planned for week commencing 6 October 2025
Location: Rachel House, Kinross or Robin House, Balloch
Salary: £35,445 - £39,615 per annum, pro rata (+ 6% shift allowance)
Contract Type: Permanent, Full time: 35 hours per week
Are you passionate about food and making a difference in people’s lives?
Due to retirement, we are seeking a compassionate and experienced Catering Manager to lead our dedicated catering teams over two locations within a warm and supportive children’s hospice environment. This is a unique opportunity to combine professional expertise with heartfelt purpose, making a meaningful difference to children and families.
Family Quote
“The kitchen team are such a big part of our experience. They know our names and ask what we would like for lunch. Our child has special dietary needs – so that contact from the kitchen team makes a difference”
To be successful in this role you will need to demonstrate:
Strong Leadership & Team management: Lead and motivate catering staff and volunteers to deliver high standards consistently, promoting a positive and inclusive team culture.
Operational and Compliance Excellence: Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and health & safety regulations, manage budgets, stock, suppliers, and maintain accurate records.
Compassionate and Person-Centred Approach: Provide meals that are comforting, nutritious, and tailored to individual preferences and medical requirements, creating a warm, respectful and dignified dining experience.
Collaboration and Communication: Partner with clinical, nursing, and facilities teams to meet evolving needs, respond to feedback, and adapt services accordingly. Communicate clearly and professionally with children, families, and staff.
Menu Planning and Nutrition: Design appealing and nutritious menus that cater to diverse dietary requirements including allergies, soft diets, and cultural preferences.
Adaptability and Problem-Solving: Handle unexpected challenges calmly and with creativity, continuously seeking ways to improve service delivery and customer satisfaction.
Qualifications & Experience:
*Catering related qualification to HND level or equivalent.
*Hold, or be willing to undertake study towards the Advanced Food Hygiene Diploma
*Hold or be willing to undertake study towards IOSH Managing Safely Certificate
*Hold a current clean driving licence and have access to a vehicle
Why CHAS?
Working with CHAS provides a unique opportunity to support children and families to make the most of their precious time together; as a team, we make extraordinary things happen every day.
We offer:
Pension - the opportunity to pay into an existing NHS scheme or join local government pension scheme.
Meaningful work – working within the hospice you can see where your work makes a difference to the children and families that CHAS support.
Professional development – opportunity to enhance your skills, taking advantage of our comprehensive learning and development programme.
Supportive environment, working within an experienced and supportive team. Access to a range of tools to support wellbeing, including Employee Assistance Programme.
Comprehensive Benefits: Including generous annual leave and pension, incremental salary progression, life assurance, employee assistance programme, access to Blue Light discounts, and health and wellbeing support.
Free onsite parking
Further Information and How to Apply
If this sounds like you, we would love you to apply! Follow the link for more information. To apply you will be prompted to answer a couple of questions and upload your CV or complete our full application form.
To arrange an informal chat about the position, please contact Kirsten Keegan, Operations Manager, at kirstenkeegan@chas.org.uk
For any queries regarding the recruitment process, please contact our HR Team on 0131 444 3293 or by emailing careers@chas.org.uk
This post is subject to a Disclosure Scotland Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) check.
Interviews planned for week commencing 6 October 2025
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