Chef Manager for Secondary School

SaluteMyJob; Staines-upon-Thames; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading secondary school in Staines is looking for a passionate School Chef Manager to oversee the kitchen and deliver nutritious meals within a supportive environment. Enjoy a full-time schedule with no evenings or weekends, along with competitive salary and various benefits.

Benefits

Bonus potential up to 10% of salary

Free meals on shift

Uniform provided

Company pension scheme

Free training and qualifications

Monthly team incentives

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a chef in a similar environment.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the school kitchen.
• Cook fresh and high-quality meals for students and staff.
• Ensure food safety, hygiene, and allergen compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Catering Management

Food Safety

Communication

Job description

School Chef Manager - Secondary School
Location: Staines
Salary: 35,000 per annum (pro rata)
Hours: Full-Time - Monday to Friday, 7:00am-4:30pm (45 hours per week)
Working Pattern: 42 weeks per year (term-time, inset days, and 3 additional weeks)

Platinum Recruitment is working in partnership with a secondary school in Staines to recruit an experienced and motivated School Chef Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled chef with leadership experience to take the reins of a busy school kitchen, all while enjoying a great work-life balance with no evenings or weekends required.

Why choose our client?

This secondary school is committed to offering fresh, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and academic performance. As Chef Manager, you'll play a key role in creating a positive dining experience for students and staff alike, all within a supportive, people-focused environment.

What's in it for you?

• Bonus potential of up to 10% of salary (at the company's discretion)
• Free meals on shift and uniform provided
• Company pension scheme and a range of great employee benefits
• Term-time working - all school holidays off except 3 additional weeks
• Daytime hours - no evenings or weekends
• Free training and qualifications
• Monthly team incentives and reward schemes

What's involved?

• Managing the day-to-day running of the school kitchen
• Cooking fresh, high-quality meals daily for students and staff
• Maintaining all food safety, hygiene, and allergen standards
• Liaising with school leadership to ensure a smooth and efficient service
• Overseeing stock control, ordering, and supplier management
• Supporting menu development and introducing new meal ideas

Interested?

Click Apply Now and one of our team will be in touch to discuss this exciting School Chef Manager opportunity in Staines.

Consultant: Katie Harding
Job Role: School Chef Manager
Location: Staines
Job Number: (phone number removed) INDCATERING

Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.