Chef Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible agency assignments

Competitive hourly pay

Job summary

Berkeley Scott in Watford is seeking an experienced Chef Manager for temporary agency work across schools and catering operations. You will oversee daily kitchen operations, lead kitchen teams and ensure high standards of food quality, hygiene and service.

Competitive hourly pay and varied assignments offer flexible opportunities for seasoned hospitality professionals. The role requires at least 2 years in a Chef Manager or similar kitchen management position, strong leadership, organisational

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience as Chef Manager or similar kitchen management role.
• Enhanced DBS certificate required.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day running of busy kitchens.
• Lead, motivate and support kitchen teams.
• Plan and deliver high-quality, nutritious meals.
• Maintain excellent food hygiene, health and safety and allergen standards.
• Manage stock, ordering and minimise waste.
• Ensure kitchens operate efficiently and meet client expectations.

Skills

Kitchen management

Team leadership

Food safety

Communication skills

Job description

Chef Manager - School & Hospitality Agency Work | Watford

Berkeley Scott is seeking a Chef Manager for temporary agency work in Watford, starting this September. This role involves overseeing daily kitchen operations across schools and various catering businesses. With pay ranging from £18.00 to £24.00 per hour, the position requires strong leadership and organisational abilities to manage busy kitchens effectively. As a Chef Manager, you will handle site-based responsibilities, ensuring smooth service delivery. This temporary contract offers flexible working patterns, ideal for experienced hospitality professionals seeking varied assignments. Applicants should possess proven management skills and a background in school or commercial catering. The role covers Watford and surrounding areas, with remuneration dependent on experience and the specific end employer.

Location: Watford and surrounding areas. Pay: £18.00-£24.00 per hour (depending on experience and the specific 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 Watford starting in September. If you’re an organized 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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