Caterlink - Chef Manager

Caterlink; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A catering service provider is hiring a Chef Manager for Yarnfield Primary School in Birmingham. This term-time only role offers a salary of up to £22,000 per annum for 35 hours per week, with responsibilities including managing food preparation, safety compliance, and team supervision. The position emphasizes flexibility and supports a diverse, equitable work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and cooking in a professional environment.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety and Food Safety legislation.
• Strong team management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present food to required standards.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety regulations.
• Manage daily operations and supervise kitchen teams.
• Implement improvements based on client feedback.
• Monitor budgets and KPIs regularly.

Skills

Food preparation and cooking

Health and Safety compliance

Team management

Customer service

Job description

We are hiring for a Chef Manager at Yarnfield Primary School who wants to ensure our future generations are provided with nutritionally balanced and tasty food. This role is working term-time only and no weekends, making it ideal for those seeking flexibility.

The role:

• Up to £22,000 per annum
• 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday
• Term-time only – working 38 weeks per year

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing, cooking, and presenting food to the standards required by Caterlink and the client
• Ensuring the location meets statutory and company requirements for Health and Safety, Food Safety, and environmental legislation and procedures
• Enhancing the company’s reputation for excellent food and service with the client and customers, consistently exceeding expectations
• Managing the day-to-day running of the location, supervising teams, managing inventories, monitoring budgets, and implementing action plans
• Serving as the main point of contact for the client in your school, recommending and implementing regular adjustments and improvements
• Communicating regularly with your line manager to monitor KPIs and financial targets to ensure achievement
• Supporting and training teams, leading from the front to ensure everyone can excel, completing all training, and managing performance

Caterlink strives to provide a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where every individual is treated with respect, integrity, and fairness, with opportunities for growth.

Caterlink is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be obtained for this role.