Area Chef: School Menu Leader (Term-Time)

Grow and Thrive Limited; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

30 hours per week

38 weeks per year

Competitive hourly pay

Job summary

Aspens Services is seeking an Area Chef to lead school kitchen operations across multiple sites. You will craft healthy, nutritious menus and supervise a team to deliver high-quality meals for students and staff.

Travel between schools is required with a full UK driving licence. You will uphold Food Hygiene standards, manage hospitality requests, and build strong relationships with school clients while supporting a positive work culture.

Qualifications

• Proven catering experience with fresh ingredients.
• Full UK driving licence for travel between schools.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety practices and Food Hygiene Level 2 & 3.
• Self-motivated with initiative and goal orientation.
• Ability to mentor a kitchen team and raise standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menus and deliver nutritious meals for students and staff.
• Lead and supervise kitchen team during service.
• Ensure compliance with Food Hygiene and safety regulations.
• Manage hospitality requests for school clients and events.
• Build strong relationships with school clients and students.

Skills

Driving licence

Catering experience

Food Hygiene Level 2/3

Health & Safety

Team Leadership

Education catering knowledge

Job description

Aspens Services is seeking an Area Chef to lead school kitchen operations across multiple sites. You will craft healthy, nutritious menus and supervise a team to deliver high-quality meals for students and staff.

Travel between schools is required with a full UK driving licence. You will uphold Food Hygiene standards, manage hospitality requests, and build strong relationships with school clients while supporting a positive work culture.