Chef Manager

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

Job summary

Berkeley Scott is recruiting for a Chef Manager to lead school and contract catering operations in Wolverhampton. You will manage the kitchen, lead a team and ensure high-quality, fresh meals while maintaining strict hygiene and safety standards.

The role suits an experienced Chef Manager, Head Chef, Sous Chef or Senior Chef with a passion for education catering and contract catering environments. You’ll work with schools and caterers to deliver excellent service.

Qualifications

• Leadership and communication skills required for managing a kitchen and team.
• Experience running a kitchen in a contract/education catering setting preferred.
• Strong understanding of food safety and allergen procedures essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day kitchen operations
• Prepare and cook fresh meals to high standards
• Lead, motivate and support kitchen staff
• Follow menus, recipes and catering requirements
• Manage stock, orders and waste minimisation
• Ensure food safety, hygiene and allergen compliance
• Maintain a clean, safe kitchen environment
• Support wider catering operations
• Ensure meals are served on time and to a high standard
• Create a positive dining experience for students and staff

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Leadership

Food Safety Awareness

Education

Food Safety Level 2 certificate

Food Allergen Awareness certificate

Job description

Chef Manager - Schools & Contract Catering

Location: Wolverhampton
Pay: £18.00-£24.00 per hour (depending on experience and end employer)
Job Type: Agency

Berkeley Scott are recruiting experienced Chef Managers for agency opportunities across Wolverhampton, working with schools and contract catering sites.

We're looking for reliable, experienced and passionate chefs who are confident running a kitchen, leading a team and producing fresh, high-quality food in a busy catering environment.

Whether you're an experienced Chef Manager, Head Chef, Sous Chef or Senior Chef, this is a great opportunity to work within the education and contract catering sector.

The Role

As a Chef Manager, you'll take responsibility for the smooth running of the kitchen, ensuring high standards of food quality, service, hygiene and safety are maintained.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing the day-to-day running of the kitchen
• Preparing and cooking fresh, high-quality meals
• Leading, motivating and supporting the kitchen team
• Following menus, recipes and catering requirements
• Managing stock, ordering and minimising food waste
• Ensuring food safety, hygiene and allergen procedures are followed
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe kitchen
• Supporting the wider catering operation
• Ensuring meals are delivered on time and to a high standard
• Creating a positive dining experience for students and staff

Key Requirements

• Previous experience as a Chef Manager, Head Chef, Sous Chef or Senior Chef
• Experience leading or supervising a kitchen team
• Contract catering or education catering experience is highly desirable
• Food Safety Level 2 certificate
• Food Allergen Awareness certificate
• Good knowledge of food safety and allergen procedures
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to confidently manage a busy kitchen
• Reliable, professional and flexible approach

Why Work with Berkeley Scott?

Working with Berkeley Scott gives you access to a range of chef opportunities across schools and contract catering sites, with flexibility around your availability and the opportunity to work in environments that match your experience and skills.