Caterlink - Chef Manager

BaxterStorey; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education sector catering company seeks a passionate Chef Manager to oversee meal service across the UK. The role emphasizes quality, health, and safety in food preparation while fostering a positive working environment. Key benefits include work-life balance, employee support programs, and opportunities for personal growth.

Benefits

HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels

Work/life balance – term-time only and no weekends!

Employee Discount Platform

Employee Assistance Program

Team events throughout the year

28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is essential.
• Sound knowledge of health and food safety.
• Passion for food and service.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the service of thousands of meals daily.
• Ensure exceptional quality and service in schools and colleges.
• Work hands-on with the team.

Skills

Communication

Team Management

Food Safety Knowledge

Health and Safety

Cooking Skills

Job description

Job Title: Chef Manager

Caterlink is the education sector catering specialist with over 20 years of experience delivering fresh food solutions to pupils and staff at Primary Schools, Secondary Schools, and Colleges across the UK. We cater to more than 1,000,000 meals weekly. Our success is built on our "Fresh Food Policy" and our commitment to delivering on our promises to clients and supporting our site-based teams.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Chef Manager passionate about providing nutritionally balanced and tasty food for future generations. You will oversee the service of thousands of meals daily across the UK, ensuring exceptional quality and service in schools and colleges.

The ideal candidate will be well-presented, organized, possess excellent communication skills, and have a genuine passion for food and service. Experience in a similar environment at a comparable level is essential. The role is hands-on, involving working with your team, with sound knowledge of health and safety, food safety, GP calculations, and IT literacy. You must also be able to cook.

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

We promote a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where all individuals are treated with respect, integrity, and fairness, with opportunities for growth.

Additional Information

Benefits of working with us include:

• HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels
• Work/life balance – term-time only and no weekends!
• Employee Discount Platform for savings at supermarkets, cinemas, restaurants, and more
• Employee Assistance Program
• Team events throughout the year
• 28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays