Mobile Catering Manager

We are seeking an enthusiastic and hands-on Catering Truck Manager to lead an exciting new mobile catering offer within our vibrant independent school community.

This is a unique opportunity to shape and run a versatile catering operation, serving pupils, parents, and staff across a range of settings.

The Role

You will take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of our new catering truck, delivering high-quality, fresh, and appealing food across multiple service points, including:

Boarders’ suppers

Match teas for pupils and parents

Additional tuck shop provision

Pop-up food offers across the school site

You will play a key role in creating a dynamic and engaging food experience that complements school life.

Key Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of the catering truck operation

Plan and prepare menus suitable for varied audiences

Deliver excellent food quality and presentation

Ensure high standards of hygiene, food safety, and compliance

Monitor stock, ordering, and cost control

Provide outstanding customer service to pupils, staff, and visitors

Develop creative ideas to grow and enhance the offer

About you

Proven experience in catering, hospitality, or street food/mobile catering

Strong organisational and leadership skills

A creative approach to food and service

Ability to work independently and as part of a wider catering team

Confident managing busy service periods and varied demands

Full, clean UK driving licence (essential)

What We Offer

A varied and engaging role within a supportive school environment

The chance to develop and grow a new catering concept

Term-time working pattern (with occasional additional events)

Competitive salary and benefits

As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.

Job Reference

com/2306/44300001/52816211/BU #Lodestone House

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!