Chef Manager

Etab Recruits; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A catering company in Greater London is seeking a Chef Manager for a term-time role. You will lead a team to provide fresh and nutritious food while ensuring compliance with food safety standards. This position offers an annual salary of £38,000, daytime hours from Monday to Friday, and a supportive environment for professional growth. Ideally, candidates should have prior experience as a Chef Manager or Senior Chef, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for outstanding service.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Work-life balance

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef Manager or Senior Chef in a similar setting.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Passion for fresh food and outstanding service.
• Excellent understanding of HACCP, allergens, and food hygiene standards.
• Confident managing budgets and operational processes.

Responsibilities

• Leading and motivating a team of 1 Catering Supervisor and 5 General Assistants.
• Designing and delivering high-quality, seasonal menus.
• Ensuring smooth, efficient service every day.
• Managing budgets, stock, ordering, and supplier relationships.
• Maintaining the highest food safety and health & safety standards.
• Creating a positive, supportive team culture.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food safety standards

Menu design

Budget management

Job description

Chef Manager – Term‑Time

Chef Manager - Term-time | £35,000 | Monday-Friday

Location: Peckham

Working Hours: 7:00am-4:30pm (45 hours per week)

Working Weeks: 42 weeks per year (term time, inset days + 3 additional weeks)

Are you a passionate and confident leader who loves creating fresh, nutritious food and delivering an exceptional dining experience? We're looking for a Chef Manager to oversee a busy catering operation and lead a dedicated team.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading and motivating a team of 1 Catering Supervisor and 5 General Assistants
• Designing and delivering high-quality, seasonal menus
• Ensuring smooth, efficient service every day
• Managing budgets, stock, ordering, and supplier relationships
• Maintaining the highest food safety and health & safety standards
• Creating a positive, supportive team culture

What We're Looking For

• Experience as a Chef Manager or Senior Chef in a similar setting
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Passion for fresh food and outstanding service
• Excellent understanding of HACCP, allergens, and food hygiene standards
• Confident managing budgets and operational processes

What's on Offer

• £38,000 annual salary
• Daytime hours, Monday-Friday
• A term-time schedule offering work-life balance
• Supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth