Dulwich College - Deputy Head of Catering

Summary

We are seeking an experienced hospitality professional to strengthen the Catering Department leadership team and act as Front of House operational lead for Catering at Dulwich College. Our busy kitchen serves lunch to over 1500 boys and staff per day as well as operating a café and hospitality catering.

Detail

Deputy Head of Catering

We are currently recruiting for the role of Deputy Head of Catering to join our busy kitchen which serves lunch to over 1500 boys and staff per day as well as operating a café, hospitality catering and a separate site for the Kindergarten and infant school (DUCKS). We are seeking an experienced hospitality professional to strengthen the Catering Department leadership team and act as Front of House operational lead for Catering at Dulwich College.

This is an all-year-round role working on a rota basis which includes evenings, weekends and some bank holidays.

Role Purpose

• To act as Front of House operational lead for Catering at Dulwich College.
• To plan and deliver projects to enhance and improve the way Catering is delivered at the College.
• To implement a culture of excellence within the Catering team.
• To deputise for and support the Head of Catering in ensuring the Catering Department is run to the highest professional standard, delivering a food and beverage service that meets customer expectation, food and hygiene standards and financial targets.

Role Overview

• Contract type - Permanent, full time
• Hours - 37.5 hours per week
• Reports to - Head of Catering

Further details can be found in the candidate pack. Applications close on Tuesday 16th June 2026.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This is the responsibility of the whole College community. We all remain vigilant about safeguarding at the College and we never think that child abuse could not happen here or to our pupils. A DBS Disclosure is required to Enhanced level. The DBS Code of Practice and the Standard and Enhanced DBS Privacy Policy can be found on our website. Charity 1150064

Documents

• Safer Recruitment Policy PDF Document
• Application Form Guidance PDF Document
• Deputy Head of Catering (2) PDF Document