Chef Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible agency assignments

Competitive hourly pay £18.00-£24.00

Opportunities to work across schools

Ongoing support from recruitment team

Job summary

Berkeley Scott is seeking a Chef Manager for temporary agency work in Seaford, starting in September. You will oversee daily kitchen operations across school and hospitality sites, lead kitchen teams and ensure food quality and safety.

The role offers flexible working patterns across various locations with competitive pay of £18.00-£24.00 per hour, depending on experience and end employer, and ongoing support from the Berkeley-Scott recruitment team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience as Chef Manager or in a kitchen management role.
• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills.
• Enhanced DBS certificate.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (advantage)

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

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication

Job description

Berkeley Scott is seeking a Chef Manager for temporary agency work in Seaford, starting in September. This role involves overseeing daily kitchen operations across school and hospitality sites, with pay ranging from £18.00 to £24.00 per hour based on experience and the end employer. You will manage kitchen teams, ensure food quality and safety standards, and coordinate service delivery. Strong leadership and organisational abilities are essential for this position, which offers flexible working patterns across various locations. The contract is temporary, providing variety and adaptability in your work schedule.

Chef Manager - School & Hospitality Agency Work | New Seaford Location: New Seaford and surrounding areas

Pay: £18.00-£24.00 per hour (depending on experience and end employer)

Start Date: September

Job Type: Temporary Agency Work

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 & 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 a 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

Kellan Group (including all of our brands, Berkeley Scott, RK and Quantica) are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability.