Eton College is seeking an experienced and dynamic Assistant Catering and Hospitality Director to lead the delivery of outstanding catering services across our boarding houses and associated facilities, including College Hall and TAP. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key leadership role in one of the UK’s most prestigious educational institutions.

About the Role

You will be responsible for the day-to-day management and strategic development of catering services within the College’s 25 boarding houses. Working closely with the Catering and Hospitality Director and the wider senior catering team, you will ensure our pupils and staff enjoy a high-quality, customer-focused service that is efficient, compliant, and commercially aware.

From overseeing food service operations and health and safety compliance to managing staff, budgets, and events, this is a varied and rewarding position ideal for a capable leader with a passion for service excellence.

Due to the needs of the school and the department, we may interview suitable candidates before the closing date. This job may also close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.

• Lead the catering operations across all boarding houses, ensuring high standards in food quality, service, hygiene, and safety.
• Support the development and implementation of catering strategy.
• Manage, train, and motivate a large team of catering staff across multiple sites.
• Oversee budgets, food ordering, and financial reporting for boarding house catering.
• Deliver excellent hospitality for school events, formal dinners, and VIP functions.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders including House Masters, Dames, and the Provost’s Office to support College life.
• Drive continuous improvement based on student feedback and operational reviews

All employees of Eton College are also expected to:

• Have a good understanding of safeguarding procedures, given all positions at Eton are classed as ‘regulated activity’.
• Demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This includes but is not limited to completing safeguarding training as required and ensuring any safeguarding updates issued by the College are read and understood.
• Understand and comply with procedures and legislation relating to confidentiality.
• Display a commitment to and promotion of equality, diversity and inclusion.

About You

We are looking for an experienced catering professional with:

• A strong background in multi-site catering or hospitality management.
• Proven leadership skills and experience managing large teams.
• Excellent financial and administrative skills, including budgeting and reporting.
• The ability to balance operational delivery with strategic thinking.
• A calm, professional manner with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A passion for delivering high standards in food, service, and customer care.

Desirable Qualifications:

• NVQ Level 4 or equivalent in Catering or Hospitality Management
• HND or Degree in Hospitality or a related field

Working Pattern

• Your working hours will be based on 8am to 5pm with 1 hour for lunch but this must be taken as purely indicative. Due to the nature of the role, weekend and evening working will be required, particularly during term periods.
• You will be working 52 weeks per year.
• You will be entitled to 30 days of holiday.

Why Join Eton?

At Eton College, you will join a dedicated and professional team delivering a crucial service in a unique and rewarding environment. We offer:

• A supportive, close-knit community
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Excellent facilities and resources
• A commitment to diversity, safeguarding, and staff wellbeing

Eton College offers a wide range of benefits, including an 11% employer contribution to your pension (with 4.9% employee contribution), Employee Assistance Programme, enhanced Maternity / Paternity scheme, a cycle to work scheme, subsidised lunches during term time, free or heavily discounted access to the College’s sport and leisure facilities and discounts at local retailers and businesses.