KITCHEN MANAGER - LLANTWIT MAJOR COMPREHENSIVE
| Posting date: | 09 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 17 February 2026 |
| Location: | Llantwit Major, The Vale of Glamorgan |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Vale of Glamorgan Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | BFC00562 |
Summary
KITCHEN MANAGER - LLANTWIT MAJOR COMPREHENSIVE
Closing date
17-Feb-2026
Reference Number
BFC00562
Location
Llantwit Major
Actual salary
£15.31 - £16.62 per Hour
Contract Type
Permanent
Position Type
Part Time
About us
The Big Fresh Catering Company provides healthy nutritious school meals at lunchtime, which is compliant with the Food and Nutrient standards set by the Welsh Government’s Healthy Eating in Schools (Nutritional Standards and Requirements) (Wales) Regulations 2013. In addition to this, we also provide a high quality Buffet/Function service to our schools, Café at the Penarth Pier Pavilion, weddings, external customers and companies.
Ambitious - Forward thinking, embracing new ways of working and investing in our future.
Open - Open to different ideas and being accountable for the decisions we take.
Together - Working together as a team that engages with our customers and partners, respects diversity and is committed to quality services.
Proud - Proud of the Vale of Glamorgan; proud to serve our communities and to be part of the Vale of Glamorgan Council.
About the role
Pay Details: Grade 6, SCP 14-19 £29,540 - £32,061 Pro Rata £15.31 - £16.62 Per Hour
Hours of Work / Working Pattern: 5 Days – 33¾ hrs per week, term time only
Main Place of Work: Llantwit Major Comprehensive
Temporary Reason: Permanent
Description:
The Big Fresh Catering Company is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Kitchen Manager. Number of meals served on site: approximately 900 - 1000 daily
Applicants will be responsible for the daily running of the kitchen and should preferably have experience of large scale catering.
About you
You will need:
• Ability to supervise staff to achieve the service objectives
• Ability to plan and organise the kitchen to its full potential
• Be able to use their own initiative in the day to day running of the kitchen
• At least 2 years practical cooking experience in a busy catering environment within the last 3 years.
• Firm commitment to providing a quality catering service.
Additional information
DBS Check Required: YES ENHANCED
For Further Information, contact: DAWN PREEN 07702 688826
Please see attached job description / person specification for further information.
Closing date
17-Feb-2026
Reference Number
BFC00562
Location
Llantwit Major
Actual salary
£15.31 - £16.62 per Hour
Contract Type
Permanent
Position Type
Part Time
About us
The Big Fresh Catering Company provides healthy nutritious school meals at lunchtime, which is compliant with the Food and Nutrient standards set by the Welsh Government’s Healthy Eating in Schools (Nutritional Standards and Requirements) (Wales) Regulations 2013. In addition to this, we also provide a high quality Buffet/Function service to our schools, Café at the Penarth Pier Pavilion, weddings, external customers and companies.
Ambitious - Forward thinking, embracing new ways of working and investing in our future.
Open - Open to different ideas and being accountable for the decisions we take.
Together - Working together as a team that engages with our customers and partners, respects diversity and is committed to quality services.
Proud - Proud of the Vale of Glamorgan; proud to serve our communities and to be part of the Vale of Glamorgan Council.
About the role
Pay Details: Grade 6, SCP 14-19 £29,540 - £32,061 Pro Rata £15.31 - £16.62 Per Hour
Hours of Work / Working Pattern: 5 Days – 33¾ hrs per week, term time only
Main Place of Work: Llantwit Major Comprehensive
Temporary Reason: Permanent
Description:
The Big Fresh Catering Company is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Kitchen Manager. Number of meals served on site: approximately 900 - 1000 daily
Applicants will be responsible for the daily running of the kitchen and should preferably have experience of large scale catering.
About you
You will need:
• Ability to supervise staff to achieve the service objectives
• Ability to plan and organise the kitchen to its full potential
• Be able to use their own initiative in the day to day running of the kitchen
• At least 2 years practical cooking experience in a busy catering environment within the last 3 years.
• Firm commitment to providing a quality catering service.
Additional information
DBS Check Required: YES ENHANCED
For Further Information, contact: DAWN PREEN 07702 688826
Please see attached job description / person specification for further information.
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