Chef Manager - Education - Meonstoke - £15.75p / h

Blue Arrow; Bishopstoke; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company seeks a Chef Manager in Bishopstoke to oversee school catering for up to 250 pupils. You'll manage a small team, ensuring high food quality and service standards. The role offers Monday to Friday hours, term time, with a competitive pay of £15.75 per hour. Experience in education catering and strong cooking skills are essential. Join a supportive culture with opportunities for career development in this fulfilling position.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Great working hours

Supportive company culture

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar environment, ideally within education catering.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and motivate your kitchen team.
• Manage stock, food, and labour costs.
• Ensure consistent food quality and service standards.
• Drive engagement through promotions and events.
• Oversee menu development and innovation.
• Maintain compliance with company procedures and legislation.
• Conduct regular audits to uphold standards.

Skills

Craft-based cooking skills using fresh ingredients

Strong understanding of health & safety and food hygiene

Confident team leader with line management experience

Financial acumen (GP management, cost control)

Education

OND / HND qualification

Job description

Job Description

Chef Manager - Meonstoke - Contract Catering - Term Time - £15.75p / h

Shift: Monday-Friday, 7:30am-2:30pm (35 hours per week)

Pay: £15.75 per hour

Weeks: 39 weeks per year (term time only)

Team: Managing a team of 2

Service: Catering for up to 250 pupils (number on roll, not uptake)

Extras: Occasional evening parent events / inset days as applicable

About the Company

Our client is a market-leading contract catering company specialising in school food. They blend deep knowledge of the education sector with culinary creativity to deliver exciting food experiences for children. Their commitment to quality and care has driven rapid growth, and they're now seeking a talented Chef Manager to lead the kitchen team at a school in Meonstoke.

The Role

As Chef Manager, you'll have full operational and financial responsibility for the school's catering facility. You'll lead a small team and ensure the highest standards of food and service are consistently delivered.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and motivate your kitchen team
• Manage stock, food, and labour costs
• Ensure consistent food quality and service standards
• Drive engagement through promotions and events
• Oversee menu development and innovation
• Maintain compliance with company procedures and legislation
• Conduct regular audits to uphold standards

About You

• Experience in a similar environment, ideally within education catering
• Craft-based cooking skills using fresh ingredients
• Strong understanding of health & safety and food hygiene
• Financial acumen (GP management, cost control)
• Confident team leader with line management experience
• OND / HND qualification (advantageous but not essential)

Why Apply?

• Great hours: Monday-Friday, 7:30am-2:30pm - no late nights
• Term time only: 39 weeks per year - enjoy extended breaks
• Competitive pay: £15.75 per hour
• Career development: Access to apprenticeships and training courses
• Supportive culture: Work with a fast-growing, ambitious company

Safeguarding Notice

All staff are expected to share the company's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required.

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