Area Chef Manager: School Catering Leader (Term-Time)

WSH Group; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time work

Blended learning programme

Job summary

Caterlink seeks an Area Chef Manager to lead catering operations across BEBCMAT Trust schools. The role covers a 40-week term-time schedule (Mon–Fri, Plus 2 non-term weeks). You will manage site teams, develop client relationships, and drive Health & Safety,Retention, Quality and Finance KPIs.

DBS disclosure will be required. Salary is dependent on experience. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, commercial acumen and a hands-on approach to support our teams and ensure

Qualifications

• Previous catering and operational management experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a portfolio of schools within BEBCMAT Trust to deliver catering services.
• Lead, motivate and develop on-site teams across multiple sites.
• Build strong client relationships and ensure commercially sound operations.
• Be prepared to roll up sleeves and assist teams when required.

Job description

Caterlink seeks an Area Chef Manager to lead catering operations across BEBCMAT Trust schools. The role covers a 40-week term-time schedule (Mon–Fri, Plus 2 non-term weeks). You will manage site teams, develop client relationships, and drive Health & Safety,Retention, Quality and Finance KPIs.

DBS disclosure will be required. Salary is dependent on experience. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, commercial acumen and a hands-on approach to support our teams and ensure