Chef Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible agency assignments

Competitive hourly pay £18–£24

Opportunities across schools

Job summary

Berkeley Scott is recruiting a Chef Manager for temporary agency work in Tonbridge and surrounding areas. You will oversee the day-to-day running of busy kitchens, lead and develop teams, and deliver high-quality, nutritious meals across school and hospitality settings.

The role offers flexible hours with competitive pay (£18.00–£24.00 per hour) and is suitable for experienced hospitality professionals seeking varied short-term assignments across multiple sites.

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 and eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Managing the day-to-day running of busy kitchens.
• Leading, motivating and supporting kitchen teams.
• Planning and delivering high-quality, nutritious meals.
• Maintaining good 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 service experience

Job description

Berkeley Scott is recruiting a Chef Manager for temporary agency work in Tonbridge and the surrounding areas. This role, starting in September, involves overseeing kitchen operations across school and hospitality settings. You will manage daily running of the kitchen, lead the team, and ensure high standards of food service. The position offers flexible hours with competitive pay between £18.00 and £24.00 per hour, depending on experience and the end employer. Strong organisational and leadership abilities are essential. This is suitable for experienced hospitality professionals seeking varied, short‑term assignments across multiple sites.

Location

• Tonbridge and surrounding areas

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 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 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. We operate as an employment agency and employment business.