Chef Manager

Hertfordshire Catering Limited; Croxley Green; Sur place; GBP 28 000 - 34 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Hertfordshire Catering Limited seeks a Chef Manager to lead the preparation and service of fresh, nutritious meals for students and staff. You will manage daily kitchen operations, stock, and budgets in a fast-paced environment.

You will ensure food safety and hygiene, monitor quality and portions, and support staff development while delivering an excellent dining experience across the site.

Qualifications

• Food Hygiene Level 2 certificate required.
• NVQ Level 2/3 desirable.
• Strong leadership and team development ability.
• Experience in school catering or similar environment preferred.
• Budgeting and stock control experience.

Responsabilités

• Lead day-to-day kitchen operations and service.
• Prepare and deliver fresh, nutritious meals.
• Oversee stock control, purchasing and budget management.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and health & safety laws.
• Monitor food quality, presentation and portion control.
• Manage allergen awareness and cater to dietary needs.
• Build positive relationships with staff, students and the community.
• Maintain records (HACCP, temperature checks, audits) and develop the team.

Connaissances

Leadership

Budgeting

Food safety

Allergen awareness

Formation

NVQ Level 2/3

Food Hygiene Level 2

Description du poste

Chef Manager, you will lead the preparation and service of fresh, nutritious meals, ensuring students and staff enjoy high-quality food and excellent service every day. Let's talk about the role of a Chef Manager:

• Lead and manage the day-to-day kitchen operations
• Prepare, and deliver fresh, nutritious meals
• Oversee stock control, ordering, and budget management
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations
• Monitor food quality, presentation, and portion control
• Manage allergen awareness and cater for special dietary requirements
• Build positive relationships with staff, students, and the wider school community
• Maintain accurate records (e.g. HACCP, temperature checks, audits)
• Inspiring and developing your team, creating an environment where people grow and thrive
  Food Hygiene Level 2 certificate (required)
• NVQ Level 2/3 is highly desirable
• Passionate about delivering fresh, nutritious meals
• An experienced leader who can motivate and develop a high-performing team
• Well-organised, with strong planning and time management skills
• Confident managing budgets, stock, and kitchen operations
• Knowledgeable in food safety, allergens, and school food standards
• Committed to maintaining high standards of hygiene and compliance
• Proactive, flexible, and able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Dedicated to providing an excellent dining experience every day
  At HCL, we're more than just a caterer. We proudly serve over 16 million meals a year, delivering outstanding dining experiences across schools and the commercial sector.