Chef Manager

Kellan Group; St Albans; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkeley-Scott is recruiting experienced Chef Managers for flexible agency work across schools and catering businesses in and around St Albans, starting in September. The role covers managing daily kitchen operations, leading teams, and delivering nutritious meals with strong hygiene standards.

The position offers agency assignments with competitive hourly pay (£18.00-£24.00) and opportunities to work across multiple sites, providing varied experience and ongoing recruitment team support.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience 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.
• Enhanced DBS certificate.
• The right to work in the UK.
• A full UK driving licence and vehicle access is 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 & safety and allergen standards.
• Managing stock, ordering and minimising waste.
• Ensuring kitchens operate efficiently and meet client expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen management

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Job description

Chef Manager - School & Hospitality Agency Work | St Albans

Location:St Albans 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 St Albans 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 & 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 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

If you\'re an experienced Chef Manager looking for your next opportunity, we\'d love to hear from you. Apply today to join Berkeley-Scott and secure rewarding assignments starting this September.

Chef Manager - School & Hospitality Agency Work | St Albans

Location:St Albans 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 St Albans 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 & 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 as a Chef Manager or in a similar kitchen management role
• Strong leadership, organisati