Chef Manager, Basingstoke

Berkeley Scott; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contract catering provider is seeking an experienced Chef Manager for a term-time role at a large secondary school in Basingstoke. This role involves managing a busy school kitchen, leading a dedicated team, and ensuring high-quality meal delivery while maintaining food safety compliance. It's an excellent opportunity for those looking to make a positive impact within the school community.

Benefits

Competitive salary (pro-rata for term time)

Term-time working for work-life balance

Supportive team environment

Access to a range of employee benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef Manager or Head Chef.
• Passion for delivering healthy, appealing food.
• Ability to manage stock, budgets, and kitchen administration.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of a busy school kitchen.
• Lead a team to deliver high-quality food offerings.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards.

Skills

People management

Organisational skills

Food safety knowledge

Job description

Chef Manager

Basingstoke

Term-Time Only

Large Secondary School

Contract Catering

We are recruiting an experienced and enthusiastic Chef Manager to lead the catering operation at a large and vibrant secondary school in Basingstoke. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled chef with strong leadership abilities to step into a term-time only role with a leading contract catering provider.

The Role:

As Chef Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of a busy school kitchen. You will lead a dedicated team, deliver a high-quality food offering, ensure compliance with food safety standards, and maintain strong relationships with the school and wider catering team.

This is a rewarding role in an energetic environment where you can make a real difference to the school community by providing nutritious, well-balanced meals.

Key Details:

• Location: Basingstoke

• Team: 6 FOH staff plus kitchen support

• Hours: Monday to Friday, daytime hours

• Contract: Term-time only (plus inset/training days as required)

• Environment: Large, modern secondary school

• Employer: Reputable contract catering company with excellent support and development opportunities

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience as a Chef Manager or Head Chef, ideally within education or high-volume catering

• Strong people management and organisational skills

• A passion for delivering healthy, appealing food to a young audience

• Knowledge of food safety, allergens, and compliance standards

• Ability to manage stock, budgets, and kitchen administration effectively

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary (pro-rata for term time)

• Term-time working – excellent work-life balance

• Supportive team environment and opportunities for development

• Access to a range of employee benefits through a respected contract caterer

If you’re looking for a role that offers stability, work-life balance, and the opportunity to lead a well-run kitchen in a positive and rewarding setting, apply today.

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