Chef Manager

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Luton; On-site; GBP 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible agency work

Competitive hourly pay

Opportunities across sites

Ongoing recruitment support

Job summary

Berkeley-Scott is recruiting a Chef Manager for temporary agency work in Luton, starting September. You will manage daily kitchen operations across schools and catering sites, lead kitchen teams and ensure high standards of hygiene and service.

The role offers flexible agency assignments with competitive pay (£18.00–£24.00 per hour) depending on experience and end employer, plus ongoing support from the recruitment team.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years experience as Chef Manager or similar kitchen management role.
• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills.
• Experience working within schools or contract catering is desirable.
• Two satisfactory references.
• Enhanced DBS certificate.
• The right to work in the UK.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle would be advantageous, but not essential.

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 and safety and allergen standards
• Managing stock, ordering and minimising waste
• Ensuring kitchens operate efficiently and meet client expectations

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Food hygiene knowledge

Job description

Berkeley Scott is recruiting a Chef Manager for temporary agency work in Luton. This role, starting in September, involves managing daily kitchen operations across schools and catering businesses in the area. You will lead teams, oversee food preparation, and maintain high standards of service and hygiene. The position pays between £18.00 and £24.00 per hour, depending on experience and the end employer. As a Chef Manager in Luton, you will need strong leadership and organisational skills to handle varied sites. This temporary contract offers flexibility, ideal for experienced hospitality professionals seeking diverse assignments.

Chef Manager – School & Hospitality Agency Work | Luton. Location: Luton 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 experienced Chef Managers to join our agency team for exciting opportunities across schools and a variety of catering businesses in and around Luton 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 and 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 of 2 years experience and as Chef Manager or 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

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