Chef Manager

TN United Kingdom; Bath; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and ambitious company as a Chef Manager, where you will lead a passionate kitchen team focused on delivering high-quality food experiences in schools. This role offers the chance to showcase your culinary creativity while managing operational and financial aspects of the catering facility. With a commitment to exceptional service and a supportive environment for professional growth, you'll enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance with no late nights or holiday work. Be part of a growing team dedicated to making a positive impact on children's dining experiences.

Benefits

Monday to Friday working hours

No late nights

No work during Christmas

Career advancement opportunities

Dedicated Learning & Development team

Apprenticeships and training courses

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar catering environment.
• Understanding of health and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the kitchen team to deliver exceptional food.
• Manage costs and ensure compliance with standards.
• Drive sales through promotions and events.

Skills

Team Leadership

Catering Management

Food Safety Knowledge

Financial Management

Creativity in Cooking

Education

OND or HND qualification

Job description

Aspens Services Ltd is a market-leading contract catering company specializing in school food. By combining our understanding of the education sector and current food trends, we encourage creativity and excitement in our kitchens, allowing our teams to provide fantastic food experiences for children.

Due to our successful growth and the need to keep pace with this expansion, we are seeking an experienced Chef Manager to join our team.

The Role:

As the Chef Manager, you will have full operational and financial responsibility for your school's catering facility. Your focus will be on delivering high-quality food and service, showcasing flair and originality to make this one of the best school catering offers in the area.

Your Responsibilities:

1. Leading, developing, coaching, training, and motivating your kitchen team.
2. Managing the catering operation, including stock, food, and labor costs.
3. Ensuring consistency in food and service standards for students and staff.
4. Driving sales through monthly promotions and added-value events.
5. Controlling and improving costs.
6. Maintaining company systems, procedures, and legislation compliance.
7. Conducting regular audits to ensure standards are met.

About You:

We are looking for someone who shares our passion for delivering exceptional food and service to schools, with the following skills and experience:

1. OND or HND qualification (not essential but advantageous).
2. Craft-based experience using fresh ingredients.
3. Knowledge of health and safety practices.
4. Financial understanding of gross profit management and sales targets.
5. Experience in a similar environment.

Benefits:

Enjoy fantastic hours working Monday to Friday during term time, with no late nights or work at Christmas, giving you more time with friends and family. The role involves 35 hours per week over 39 weeks per year.

Join a fast-growing, ambitious company with opportunities for career advancement. We also provide a dedicated Learning & Development team to support your professional growth, including apprenticeships and training courses.

Please note, all staff are expected to share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required.