Chef Manager

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Longton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Ongoing agency work

Long-term placements

Job summary

Berkeley Scott is recruiting an experienced School Chef Manager to work across primary and secondary schools in Stoke-on-Trent and the surrounding areas. You will manage daily school kitchen operations, lead a catering team and deliver nutritious meals to pupils to a high standard.

Competitive pay from £18.00–£24.00+ per hour, weekly pay, and ongoing agency assignments with potential long‑term placements. Flexibility, reliability and strong food safety knowledge are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef Manager within a school or education catering environment.
• Food Safety Level 2 Certificate (Level 3 advantageous).
• Food Allergen Awareness Certificate.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Enhanced DBS Certificate (or willingness to obtain one).
• Own transport desirable due travel between school sites.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operation of a busy school kitchen.
• Lead, supervise and motivate the catering team.
• Prepare and serve fresh, nutritious meals.
• Manage stock, ordering and kitchen budgets.
• Ensure compliance with Food Safety, HACCP and allergen procedures.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and food presentation.
• Liaise with school staff to ensure excellent catering service.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Food safety

Team supervision

Job description

Berkeley Scott seeks a Chef Manager for temporary assignments across schools in Stoke-on-Trent, paying £18.00–£24.00+ hourly with weekly pay. You will oversee daily kitchen operations, lead catering staff, and ensure nutritious meals meet rigorous standards. Duties include menu planning, stock control, and adherence to food safety regulations. This role suits someone experienced in school catering who thrives on flexible, ongoing agency work. Strong leadership, organisational abilities, and a commitment to quality service are essential. Competitive rates reflect your expertise.

Chef Manager – Birmingham & Surrounding Areas £18.00–£24.00+ per hour | Weekly Pay | Ongoing Agency Work Berkeley Scott is currently recruiting experienced School Chef Managers to work across primary and secondary schools in Stoke-on-Trent and the surrounding areas. If you have experience managing a busy school kitchen, leading a catering team, and delivering nutritious, high-quality meals to students, we'd love to hear from you. We have a variety of ongoing temporary assignments available, offering flexible working and competitive rates of pay.

Role

As a School Chef Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of a school kitchen, ensuring meals are prepared and served to the highest standards while maintaining full compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations.

• Managing the daily operation of a busy school kitchen.
• Leading, supervising and motivating the catering team.
• Preparing and serving fresh, nutritious meals.
• Managing stock, ordering and kitchen budgets.
• Ensuring compliance with Food Safety, HACCP and allergen procedures.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food presentation.
• Liaising with school staff to ensure an excellent catering service.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience as a Chef Manager within a school or education catering environment.
• Food Safety Level 2 Certificate (Level 3 is advantageous).
• Food Allergen Awareness Certificate.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Enhanced DBS Certificate (or willingness to obtain one).
• A reliable and professional approach.
• Own transport is desirable due to travel between school sites.

What We Offer

Competitive pay from £18.00–£24.00+ per hour, depending on experience. Weekly pay. Monday to Friday working hours. Daytime shifts with evenings and weekends off. Ongoing temporary assignments with the potential for long-term placements. Opportunities across a range of schools in Leicester and the surrounding areas. Ongoing support from Berkeley Scott’s dedicated Catering Recruitment Team.

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