Chef Manager

Aramark Ltd; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in Liverpool is seeking an experienced Chef Manager. You will oversee catering operations, design innovative menus, and lead a team in a supportive environment. This term-time only role allows for a great work-life balance. Ideal candidates will have management experience in food service and relevant culinary qualifications.

Benefits

Access to employee benefits portal

Supportive working environment

Term-time only schedule

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar food service management role.
• Creative and detail-oriented approach to menu planning.
• Strong leadership and team management experience.

Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for food production and innovate menu options.
• Design balanced daily menus that meet customer expectations.
• Manage all aspects of the catering operation, including financial performance.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team management

Menu planning

Education

HACCP

Culinary Arts

Professional Cookery

Job description

Are you an experienced culinary professional ready to take the lead in a dynamic and rewarding environment? We're looking for a talented Chef Manager to oversee our catering operations at Dale Acre Campus. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape menus, lead a team, and make a real impact in a term‑time only role.

Responsibilities

• Taking full responsibility for food production and introducing innovative menu options.
• Designing balanced daily menus that meet customer expectations.
• Collaborating with the Regional Manager to exceed client and customer requirements.
• Managing all aspects of the catering operation, including financial performance (sales, GP, labour, and overheads).
• Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety and HACCP standards.
• Leading, developing, and motivating the catering team.
• Meeting with clients and adapting services to meet evolving needs.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar food service management role.
• A creative and detail‑oriented approach to menu planning.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g. HACCP, Culinary Arts, Professional Cookery).
• Strong leadership and team management experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commercial awareness and strong problem‑solving abilities.
• Flexibility and a proactive, innovative mindset.
• Full DBS required (provided during onboarding).
• Driving licence required.

Benefits

• Access to an employee benefits portal with hundreds of discounts.
• Supportive working environment.
• Term‑time only schedule – ideal for work‑life balance.

If you're ready to bring your culinary expertise and leadership skills to a role that offers both challenge and reward, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your catering career.