Chef Manager

Kellan Group; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible agency work

Competitive hourly pay £18-£24

Support from recruitment team

Job summary

Berkeley-Scott invites applications for Chef Manager roles across schools and contract catering in Leatherhead. This temporary agency work offers flexible assignments, leadership opportunities, and competitive hourly rates.

Opportunities span multiple sites with ongoing support from the Berkeley-Scott recruitment team. Ideal candidates will have 2+ years in chef management, strong leadership and communication skills, and the right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience as Chef Manager or in a kitchen management role.
• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills.
• Two satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS certificate.
• Right to work in the UK; a driving licence and access to a vehicle are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Managing the day-to-day running of busy kitchens
• Leading, motivating and supporting kitchen teams
• Planning and delivering high-quality, nutritious meals
• Maintaining excellent food hygiene, health & safety and allergen standards
• Managing stock, ordering and minimising waste
• Ensuring kitchens operate efficiently and meet client expectations

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Job description

Chef Manager - School & Hospitality Agency Work | Leatherhead

Location:Leatherhead and surrounding areas
Pay:£18.00-£24.00 per hour (depending on experience and end employer)
Start Date:September
Job Type:Temporary Agency Work

Berkeley-Scott is recruiting experiencedChef Managersto join our agency team for exciting opportunities across schools and a variety of catering businesses in and around Leatherhead starting in September.

If you're an organised and motivated hospitality professional with strong leadership skills, this is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy flexible agency work while managing kitchen operations across a range of sites.

Key responsibilities:

• Managing the day-to-day running of busy kitchens
• Leading, motivating and supporting kitchen teams
• Planning and delivering high-quality, nutritious meals
• Maintaining excellent food hygiene, health & safety and allergen standards
• Managing stock, ordering and minimising waste
• Ensuring kitchens operate efficiently and meet client expectations

What we're looking for:

• A minimum of2 years' experienceas aChef Manageror in a similar kitchen management role
• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills
• Experience working within schools or contract catering is desirable
• Two satisfactory references
• An Enhanced DBS certificate
• The right to work in the UK
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle would be an advantage, but is not essential

What we offer:

• Flexible agency assignments to suit your availability
• Competitive hourly pay of£18.00-£24.00, depending on experience and the end employer
• Opportunities to work across schools and a variety of catering companies
• Ongoing support from the Berkeley-Scott recruitment team

If you're an experiencedChef Managerlooking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.