Chef Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

September start available

Flexible working opportunities

Holiday pay

Job summary

Berkeley Scott is recruiting for a Chef Manager in Leek (ST13) for a September start. The role involves leading a kitchen team, planning meals, managing ordering and budgets, and ensuring food safety and regulatory compliance.

You will deliver high-quality meals, cater to dietary requirements, and maintain consistent kitchen operations with weekly pay and flexible opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership of a kitchen team
• Ability to manage food safety and hygiene standards
• Experience in planning and preparing meals to high quality
• Ability to manage budgets and ordering

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the kitchen team.
• Plan and prepare fresh, high-quality meals.
• Manage food ordering, stock control and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene and health and safety regulations.
• cater to dietary requirements and allergens.
• Ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Food safety knowledge

Education

Enhanced DBS Certificate

Food Safety Level 2 Certificate

Food Allergen Certificate

Job description

School Chef Manager - Leek (ST13)

September Start | Weekly Pay | £18.00 - £24.00 per Hour (depending on experience and end employer)

Are you an experienced Chef Manager looking for your next opportunity? Berkeley Scott is recruiting on behalf of a valued client in Leek (ST13). If you're passionate about delivering high-quality food, leading a kitchen team, and maintaining the highest food safety standards, we'd love to hear from you.

About Us

At Berkeley Scott, we're one of the UK's leading hospitality, catering, and support services recruitment specialists. We work with some of the country's most respected clients, offering flexible opportunities, competitive rates of pay, and ongoing support throughout your assignment. Whether you're looking for temporary work or your next long‑term opportunity, we're here to help you succeed.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Chef Manager, you'll play a key role in overseeing the day-to-day running of the kitchen, including:

• Leading and motivating the kitchen team.


• Planning and preparing fresh, high-quality meals.


• Managing food ordering, stock control, and budgets.


• Ensuring all food hygiene and health & safety regulations are met.


• Catering for dietary requirements and food allergens.


• Ensuring the kitchen operates efficiently and effectively at all times.

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you'll need:

• Previous experience as a Chef Manager.


• Enhanced DBS Certificate (required).


• Food Safety Level 2 Certificate (or willingness to obtain).


• Food Allergen Certificate (or willingness to obtain).


• Two professional references.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay: £18.00 - £24.00 per hour.


• September start available.


• Weekly pay.


• Flexible working opportunities.


• Potential for ongoing and long‑term assignments.


• Holiday pay.