Title: Director of Catering

Location: Bede’s Senior School & Prep, East Sussex

Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum + benefits

Benefits:

• 28 days holiday
• 3 volunteering days
• 3 days grandparent leave
• 24 weeks’ enhanced maternity leave
• Bespoke training and development opportunities
• Pension and life insurance
• Discounts via our Perkbox app (high street shops, holidays, cinema)
• Wellbeing hub
• Access to employee assistance programme
• Free meals while at work
• Career development opportunities
• HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels.

We are delighted to be recruiting a Director of Catering to lead the food and hospitality services across Bede’s School, a prominent group of co-educational independent schools located in East Sussex, encompassing the Nursery, Prep School, Senior School, and Sixth Form.

This is a five-over-seven operation but offers a sustainable work-life balance, ideal for someone who understands the rhythm of school life and is committed to service excellence throughout the week. We're seeking a hands-on, strategic leader who wants to get close to the day-to-day operation while shaping the bigger picture.

With a strong focus on fresh, seasonal, and modern food concepts, you’ll be responsible for leading a talented team, setting a high bar for quality and innovation, and delivering exceptional, nutritious food that excites students, staff, and guests alike.

If you're ready to take a key leadership role in a vibrant and high-profile school setting, and help shape the future of education catering - we’d love to hear from you.