Chef Manager

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Linton; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

JAM Recruitment Ltd is recruiting on behalf of a client near Cambridge for an experienced Chef Manager to lead the catering operation at a secondary school.

The role is senior and operational, responsible for daily food service, team leadership, menu delivery, stock control and financial performance, with a strong focus on high standards and a positive food culture across the site.

Qualifications

• Proven kitchen leadership and strong culinary skills.
• Sound financial awareness for budget control.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the on-site catering team.
• Deliver compliant menus in a busy school setting.
• Control food costs, ordering and stock management.
• Ensure all food safety, allergen and hygiene standards are met.
• Build strong working relationships with school and client.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Budget management

Staff supervision

Food safety

Job description

This permanent Chef Manager role in Linton offers a salary of £30,000 per annum, working Monday to Friday, daytimes, term time only (39 weeks plus 3 additional weeks). Leading the catering operation at a secondary school, the successful candidate takes full responsibility for daily food service, producing high-quality, nutritious meals in volume. Key duties include menu planning, stock control, budget management, staff supervision and ensuring compliance with food safety and hygiene standards. Applicants should bring proven kitchen leadership, strong culinary skills and sound financial awareness. An excellent choice for an experienced chef seeking a stable, senior position with outstanding work-life balance.

Chef Manager andndash; Term Time Only Location: Haverhill, South East Cambridge Salary: andpound;30,000 per annum Hours: Monday to Fridayandnbsp; Term Time Only (39 weeks plus additional 3 weeks) Education Catering andndash; Secondary School

We are recruiting on behalf of our client, based near Cambridge, working within the education catering sector. They are seeking an experienced Chef Manager to lead the catering operation at a secondary school.andnbsp; This is an excellent opportunity for a Chef Manager looking for a senior, stable role offering outstanding work-life balance, while working for a respected and progressive employer.

The Role

The successful candidate will take full responsibility for the day-to-day catering service, delivering high-quality, nutritious food in a high-volume school environment. The role is operational and hands-on, with responsibility for team leadership, menu delivery, compliance, stock control, and financial performance. You will work closely with school stakeholders to maintain excellent service standards and promote a positive food culture across the site.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the on-site catering team
• Deliver fresh, compliant menus in a busy secondary school setting
• Control food costs, ordering, and stock management
• Ensure all food safety, allergen, and hygiene standards are met
• Build strong working relationships with the school and client

The Offer

• Salary of andpound;30,000 per annum
• Term time only contract andndash; school holidays off
• Monday to Friday working hours No evenings or weekends
• Long-term career development and progression opportunities
• Well-supported, modern kitchen environment

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience as a Chef Manager, Catering manager or Support Manager in a volume operation
• Minimum 3 yearsandrs